List of nominees for the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

List of Nominees for the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine is one of the most prestigious awards in the fields of medical science and physiology. It is awarded annually by the Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, to individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions to the field. This article provides a list of nominees for the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. It is important to note that the Nobel Foundation does not officially disclose the names of nominees and selections are kept confidential for 50 years. Therefore, this list is not exhaustive and is subject to updates as more information becomes available.

Nomination Process

The nomination process for the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine involves several steps. Qualified nominators, who are invited by the Nobel Assembly, submit their nominations by the end of January each year. The Nobel Committee then reviews these nominations and prepares a report on the candidates' work, which is discussed by the Nobel Assembly. The winner is chosen by a majority vote and the decision is announced in early October.

List of Nominees

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• Note: Given the confidentiality of the nomination process, specific names of nominees cannot be listed here until they are made public by the Nobel Foundation 50 years after the nominations.*

Significant Contributions

Over the years, the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded for groundbreaking discoveries that have advanced the field of medicine and improved human health. These include the discovery of penicillin, the identification of the structure of DNA, and advancements in cancer therapy, among others.

See Also

• Nobel Prize
• Nobel Prize in Chemistry
• Nobel Prize in Physics
• Nobel Prize in Literature
• Nobel Peace Prize
• Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences

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