Baker, Hassabis, Jumper Win 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John Jumper for their groundbreaking work in protein design and structure prediction. Baker received recognition for his innovative computational approaches in designing new proteins, while Hassabis and Jumper, from Google DeepMind, developed an AI model that addresses the longstanding challenge of predicting protein structures. The prize, amounting to 11 million Swedish kroner (approximately $1 million), reflects significant scientific advancements with wide-reaching implications in fields such as medicine and biotechnology. The ceremony will take place in Stockholm, where the winners will be honored by the Swedish king. This award highlights the critical role proteins play in biological processes and the potential for new discoveries in their manipulation. The announcement follows earlier Nobel prizes awarded this year in physics and physiology, underscoring a strong year for scientific achievements.