German and US scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine
The trio won the award for their discoveries concerning light-gated ion channels and optogenetics.
The Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine 2026 has been awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for their groundbreaking discoveries in light-gated ion channels and optogenetics. This marks the first Nobel Prize awarded in the medical category this week, with more laureates to be named in physics, chemistry, literature, and peace over the coming days.
The recipients will receive a cash prize of 12 million Swedish kronor, equivalent to approximately €1 million or $1.2 million, at ceremonies in Stockholm, Sweden on December 10.
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