Announcement of the 2012 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
2012 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
The 2012 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded jointly to John B. Gurdon and Shinya Yamanaka "for the discovery that mature cells can be reprogrammed to become pluripotent".
More information about the prizeCongratulate the new Nobel Laureates
"My own personal belief is that we will, in the end, understand everything about how cells actually work ..."
Listen to an interview with Sir John B. Gurdon (10:23):
"My goal, all my life, is to bring this stem cell technology to the bedside, to patients, to clinics ..."
Listen to an interview with Shinya Yamanaka (5:44):
Did You Know?
| 199 | persons have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine between 1901 and 2011. More facts about the Medicine Prize |
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| 10 | women have been awarded the Medicine Prize. All Nobel Prize awarded women |
| 16 | Nobel Laureates were born in Japan. See the list |
| 78 | Nobel Laureates were born in United Kingdom. See the list |
| 57 | is the average age of the Nobel Laureates in Physiology or Medicine the year they were awarded the prize. More facts |
| 32 | years was the age of the youngest Medicine Laureate ever, Frederick G. Banting, who was awarded the 1923 Medicine Prize for the discovery of insulin. More about Frederick Banting |
| 50 | years are the nominees for a Nobel Prize kept secret. Nomination and selection procedure of Medicine Laureates |
| 853 | is the total number of Nobel Prize awarded Laureates and organizations between 1901 and 2011. More Nobel Prize facts |
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50th Anniversary of DNA Prize
MEDICINEWe celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1962 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the discovery of the molecular structure of DNA – the double helix, awarded to Francis Crick, James Watson and Maurice Wilkins.
Read more about the prizeJames Watson will participate in discussions about genetics and society on 9 December. Join the discussion
Solve the DNA Puzzle
EDUCATIONALMost living organisms have the same sort of genetic material, DNA, in their cells. What is the difference between your DNA and the DNA in a mouse or in a flower? Make copies of DNA molecules and find out!
Play the DNA - The Double Helix gameNobel Laureate Interviews
MEDICINEDiscover the stories behind the Nobel Laureates in Physiology or Medicine. Watch a video interview!
Find out why Rita Levi-Montalcini's Nobel Prize awarded research began in a bedroom in Italy during World War IIWatch Baruch S. Blumberg talk about his book 'The Hunt for a Killer Virus'
Eric F. Wieschaus tells how he linked embryology with genetics thanks to a fruit fly
2012 Winner of the Best Game Category by Swedish Learning Awards
EDUCATIONALWatch a video about the most popular game on Nobelprize.org, The Blood Typing Game, now in a new version.
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Announcement of the Nobel Prize in Literature
The 2012 Nobel Prize in Literature will be announced on 11 October 1:00 p.m. CET
The Nobel Prize in Social Media
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Their discovery of turning mature cells back to immature cells opens up many new possibilities in the medical world!
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Picking Nobel Prize winners http://www.stuff.co.nz/science/7774305/Picking-Nobel-Prize-winners
JP Stephenson
One of our scientists--Dr. Shinya Yamanaka--just won the 2012 Nobel Prize in Medicine (@ Gladstone Institutes) My workday starts NOW!
What is a Nobel Laureate?
The word "Laureate" refers to being signified by the laurel wreath. In ancient Greek laurel wreaths were awarded to victors as a sign of honour.
See all Nobel Laureates, year by year
"If I Have 300 Ideas in a Year and Just One Turns Out to Work I Am Satisfied"
Alfred Bernhard Nobel, born in 1833, is the man behind the Nobel Prize.
Languages: Spoke 5 languages fluently at the age of 17.
Professions: Swedish chemist, inventor of dynamite, engineer, armaments manufacturer, business man.
Fortune: In his will he left 31 million SEK (today about 265 million dollar) to fund the prizes.
Alfred Nobel - His Life and Work
Read Alfred Nobel's last will
2012 Nobel Week Dialogue
A new free event on 9 December with discussions on genetics and genomics
2012 Nobel Laureates
The process of selecting Nobel Laureates continues all year round. This month's work in the committees:
Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, Peace: Nobel Laureates are chosen and announced.
Economic Sciences: Laureates are chosen and announced.
2013 Nobel Laureates
Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, Economic Sciences: Nomination proposals are received. Deadline for nominations is 31 January.
Peace: Nomination proposals are received. Deadline for nominations is 1 February.