
Published on : 2 October 2023, 10:33 am
New Delhi- The Nobel Prizes for Physiology or Medicine for 2023 have been announced. The award has been announced to Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman. These scientists were instrumental in the development of an effective mRNA covid vaccine. ANI has given information in this regard. (The 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine awarded to Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman)
During the corona epidemic, a great crisis was brought to the world. At this time, it was necessary to create a vaccine against the corona virus. During such a time, these two scientists studied how mRNA influences our immune system. Their study made it possible to produce a large-scale corona vaccine, the Nobel Committee said in the announcement.
nobel prize It is considered highly prestigious. Every year this award is given to individuals who have done extraordinary work. The Nobel committee consisted of 50 experts. This award is given to scientists in the field of medicine who have made significant contributions to mankind.
So far, 113 Nobel Prizes in Physiology or Medicine have been announced. These awards have been given since 1901. So far 12 women have received this award. Frederick G Banting is the youngest scientist to receive the award. He won the Nobel Prize at the age of 32 for the discovery of insulin. (Latest Marathi News)