Francis Halzen wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for neutrino discovery

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-10-06 09:56

Francis Halzen has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for his pivotal work on the IceCube Neutrino Observatory. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences recognized his contributions to the discovery of high-energy neutrinos originating from astrophysical sources. Halzen expressed surprise and delight upon receiving the news. AI

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SCMP — Tech TIER_1 Deutsch(DE) · Agencies · 2026-10-06 09:56

Francis Halzen wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics

The winner of this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics is ⁠Francis Halzen. The scientist was honoured for “decisive contributions to the IceCube Neutrino ‌Observatory and the discovery of high-energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin”, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm…