Nobel Minds 2023

Timestamps 00:00 The video begins with Zab Badawi welcoming viewers to Nobel Minds from the Royal Palace in Stockholm. He introduces the Nobel laureates and mentions the presence of Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel. Princess Victoria gives a brief welcome and talks about the significance of the library in the palace. The focus of the discussion is on the lack of women in top positions in science and social sciences, and the laureates share their thoughts on the matter. 03:31 The discussion continues with the laureates discussing the progress and challenges for women in their respective fields. They talk about the importance of role models and the need for more women in science and technology. They also discuss the stereotypes and societal attitudes that discourage girls from pursuing careers in STEM fields. The laureates express optimism about the future and the potential for change. 06:48 Claudia Golden, the economics laureate, discusses the reasons for gender inequality in the workplace. She highlights the disproportionate burden of childcare and eldercare that falls on women, leading to lower-paying and less demanding positions. She also mentions the longer time it takes for women to achieve tenure in academia. The discussion emphasizes the need for greater parity in work and pay. 10:23 The laureates discuss potential solutions to achieve gender equality in the workplace. They mention the importance of teamwork and support among colleagues, as well as the need for flexible work arrangements. They also discuss the impact of technology and AI on jobs, noting both the potential benefits and challenges for women in fields like computer science. 13:49 The discussion concludes with a question from the audience for Claudia Golden about her research and the Nobel Prize. She shares that receiving the award was unexpected but meaningful, as it validated the work of many people. The video ends by highlighting the Nobel Prize in medicine or physiology, which recognized the groundbreaking work of Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman in developing mRNA vaccines. 17:21 The recipients of the mRNA vaccine were initially skeptical but became ecstatic and surprised when they saw the video of their success. They often had trouble sleeping and would communicate in the early hours of the morning. They faced challenges in their careers but eventually achieved success. They were celebrated as heroes in their native Hungary. They hope to inspire girls from all backgrounds to pursue their dreams. 20:35 Scientists acknowledge that they should have done more to promote the safety and efficacy of vaccines. They believe that social media played a significant role in spreading vaccine skepticism and conspiracy theories. Politicians also politicized the vaccine, further contributing to skepticism. Lack of scientific literacy among the public is another factor. Scientists have a responsibility to explain their work and address concerns. 23:50 The recipients' family members volunteered to be guinea pigs for the COVID-19 vaccine trials to encourage others to participate. Quantum dots, a result of the recipients' work, have various applications, including in QLED TVs, energy harvesting, and biomedicine. Collaboration between scientists is crucial for progress, even when working independently. Failure is a normal part of the scientific process, and aspiring scientists should not be discouraged by setbacks. 27:20 The chemistry laureates discuss the potential applications of quantum dots, including in QLED TVs, energy harvesting, and biomedicine. Collaboration between scientists from different fields, such as chemistry and physics, is essential for progress. Failure is a common occurrence in scientific research and should be embraced as a learning opportunity. 30:35 The recipients emphasize the importance of failure in the scientific process and encourage aspiring scientists not to be discouraged by setbacks. Collaboration and individuality both play a role in making groundbreaking discoveries. While the initial idea for an experiment may come from an individual, assembling a team with diverse expertise is necessary for success. 33:32 Claudia and Lawrence collaborated on a book about economic inequality, combining their expertise in economic history and labor economics. 36:49 Collaboration across disciplines is important, especially in the field of technology and AI, to consider the ethical implications of scientific discoveries. 40:18 The physics prize winners' work on capturing short-lived phenomena could lead to advancements in electron microscopes, electronics, and early disease diagnosis. 43:42 The Nobel laureates discuss the importance of perseverance and passion in research, and their plans to use their prize money for charitable causes and education. 47:08 The laureates express their desire to inspire and support young students in pursuing careers in science, and the power they now have to make a positive impact.

Always a great conversation. Only suggestion: if possible, a two hour discussion would be even better. It's not every day that you get a bunch of Nobel prize winners from different areas to sit on a roundtable and talk with each other.

Can you guys for once let them talk about their research things they have done so we can peek into their minds and see how unique their thinking is with regards to scientific thinking instead of making it political? Is it possible to initiate a discussion about their work and how they interconnect? its like a news channel interview its not pleasing at all....

Watching this, it's evident to me that each of the researchers are not only exceptional in their fields and in their abilities to glean truth from reality, but they each seem to be very good people who think in complicated ways trying to benefit society & others. Thank you to the Nobel committee, the Royal family of Sweden, and the awardees for this wonderful glimpse.

It's great to see Nobel Minds tackling social issues. Tho it seems like a missed opportunity to have these brilliant minds gathered around the same table focusing solely on this topic for the entire hour. This episode would be much more interesting if they talked more about physics, chemistry, medicine and economic sciences, seeing intellectual exchanges among these great minds.

Congratulations to all Nobel laureates... We are proud of you all

I will definitely come to watch this after I am done with my exams.

I am very proud and it is encouraging to see 2 hungarians to sit at the table. :)

"Success can be forged out of failure" "If you simply fail at an experiment and drop it and do something else you haven't learned anything" "Research is not about being patient, it's about passion and perseverance" Love this! 🤩😍😄👍

oh shoot, I took the Thermodynamics course by Moungi Bawendi online hosted by MIT-OCW about 4 years ago, and he was just amazing. Like total class. He has been my role model since then because it was at that time that I was in the process of getting out of the "rote memorization" shell of mine. I was just shy of 3 lectures of completing the course, but man, it was an amazing experience taking that course. Thanks Moungi, you deserve this!

Few thoughts: 1. Most of them are really specific about what they want to say and humbly correct/add context whenever the question asked has a broad scope. 2. Anne was my favorite in this panel. Her childlike amusement and clarity of thought really pulled me in.

Excellent discussion. Much appreciated! Added: Aside from encouraging participation in prospective students, it’s also important to find a way of increasing retention of students in STEM who may become discouraged and be on the precipice of dropping out during their studies in those fields.

I think nobel laureates aren't much celebrated despite their huge contribution to mankind..and this is what saddens me the most. They are the ACTUAL heroes of the world. Their immense knowledge about specific fields is what makes them the greatest minds of all humanity. I hope their hardwork and contribution doesn't go unnoticed.❤

Thank you to all of you for your contribution to our species knowledge and capabilities :D congratulations.

Always enjoy and look forward to each year ... Zeinab Badawi's delivery of this unique event and the rich thoughts and conversation .

Congratulations to all the Nobel laureates... who spent their entire time working to help humanity. I enjoyed the discussion... But I really wish the organizers to have given them more time to talk maybe an episode each about their fields in depth and then as a conclusion connecting their fields to the social problems. the topics they discussed would have being more insightful.

Congratulations to the Nobel laureates winners for their exceptional contributions to humanity! Your groundbreaking work has not only advanced knowledge in your respective fields but has also inspired countless individuals around the world. Your dedication, passion, and commitment to making a positive impact on society are truly commendable. May your achievements serve as a source of inspiration for future generations, motivating them to pursue excellence and contribute meaningfully to the betterment of our world. Your legacy will endure, shaping the future of science, literature, peace, and economic sciences. Once again, heartfelt congratulations on this well-deserved honor. Your accomplishments are a testament to the power of human ingenuity and the pursuit of knowledge for the benefit of all.

Those Laureates who successfully mastered there field of interests has contributed so much in our society and to the world, they deserved the award and the applause.

Great minds think alike. You can tell from the way they listen to each other.

Thank you all! This is too general but I just can't put the right words on how greatful I am for everything you all have done! 💛