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Discover the ideas, discoveries, and people behind the 2026 Nobel Prizes.

Join the University of Michigan's Center for the Study of Complex Systems for its Annual Nobel Symposium, bringing together U-M scholars to explore this year's Nobel Prize-winning achievements across six fields: Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, Peace, and Economic Sciences.

10:00 AM: Opening Remarks – Marisa Eisenberg, Complex Systems, Mathematics, and Epidemiology
10:05 AM: Physics – Joshua Spitz, Physics
10:45 AM: Peace – Steven Ratner, Law
11:25 AM: Break
11:55 AM: Physiology & Medicine – Kamran Diba, Anesthesiology and Neuroscience
12:35 PM: Economics – Stephen Terry, Economics
1:15 PM: Break
1:45 PM: Chemistry – Dennis Kutateladze, Chemistry
2:25 PM: Literature – Yopie Prins, English and Comparative Literature
3:05 PM: Closing Remarks – Jordan Horowitz, Complex Systems, Biophysics, and Physics

Attend one presentation or join us for the full symposium!

Event Details:
Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: 10th Floor, Weiser Hall
500 Church Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Through engaging presentations and discussions, speakers will examine the groundbreaking work of the 2026 Nobel Laureates, the stories behind their achievements, and the broader impact of their contributions on science, society, and our understanding of the world. Whether you're curious about scientific breakthroughs, global affairs, literature, or the people shaping our future, the symposium offers an opportunity to learn from experts across disciplines and discover what makes this year's Nobel Prizes remarkable.

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UM BLUE PARKING - across the road from Weiser Hall at 500 Church Street (and also Forest Avenue Parking Structure)