Nobel Insights: Discover the fascinating stories that link the world’s finest minds
Passion in Science
Nurturing a passion for precision
Theodor Hansch recalls how light sparked his interest in science, and he relives his childhood memor…
Evolutionary tree of frequency combs
Often the most important discoveries require serendipity and freedom.
Q&A - Stability and Science Talent Search
Stability of the optical clock, their advancement and how to create a brilliant lab.
Q&A - Importance of an Open Mind
An open mind and a passion for your subject are the keys to success.
Electronic Inks
Receiving the Nobel Prize was a particularly surreal experience for Alan Heeger, but it is the possi…
A Passion for Science
Molina advises science students to find passion in their work. He encourages his students to try and…
Attributes of a Good Scientist
To become good scientists, students must be passionate, hard working, curious and observant, but the…
The Nobel Prize and the Future of Science
Ivar Giaever revisits the life of Alfred Nobel, the creation of the Nobel Prizes, and he offers his …
Measuring our Future in Science and Technology
John Hall describes the history and evolution of measurement standards, like the metre and second, f…
Perseverance and Passion
The search for BEC had already been going for a few years when Eric and Carl set out - with very lit…
Student Questions Part 11
New technologies bring new problems - should we have an optimistic or pessimistic view of the future…
Sir Harry Kroto - Lecture
At the Georgia Institute of Technology Sir Harry Kroto delivered a fast paced lecture on science's r…
Q&A Part 1
How did Prof. Kroto approach the issue of funding? Does he have any advice for current students?
Q&A Part 3
One student asks, "Did you ever lose interest in science?" For Sir Harry Kroto, science is quite sim…
"Question everything!"
What are the most important qualities of a good scientist? Sir Harry Kroto advises that evidence-bas…
Rational Approach To Knowledge
Where are we now in terms of the Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment? How do we compare to the D…
Science, religion and society
Harry Kroto talks about the importance of evidence-based thinking. He holds no bars in expressing hi…
Q&A - Part 5
One student is eager to learn the secrets of a successful marriage. How does Prof. Gross balance wor…
Q&A - Part 8
What is the meaning of our existing universe? Prof. Gross responds that this type of question cannot…
A Universe of Applications
What discoveries in physics will lead to another great technological revolution that will change the…
How much of science do we know?
This question from David Eagleman was recorded at The Swedenborg Society in London.
Early Interests in Science
Shimar begins by asking Prof. Fert about his childhood, early interests and schooling in the south o…