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The 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics has been jointly awarded to four major experimental collaborations at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) hosted by CERN ATLAS, CMS, ALICE, and LHCb. This prestigious recognition celebrates their significant contributions to advancing our understanding of the universe’s fundamental building blocks. Notably, Indian scientists have played a pivotal role in two of these collaborations ALICE (A Large Ion Collider Experiment) and CMS (Compact Muon Solenoid).
These experiments have made critical discoveries and collected invaluable data on particle collisions, helping scientists test the predictions of the Standard Model and search for new physics beyond it.
About Breakthrough Prizes
The Breakthrough Prizes are globally renowned awards that celebrate transformative achievements in three major scientific disciplines:
Life Sciences (including a specific focus on Parkinson’s Disease and neurodegenerative disorders)
Fundamental Physics
Mathematics
Founders And Purpose
Established in 2013, the Breakthrough Prizes were founded by prominent figures in the technology and science world, including:
Mark Zuckerberg (CEO of Meta) and Priscilla Chan
Sergey Brin (Co-founder of Google)
Anne Wojcicki (Co-founder of 23andMe)
Yuri Milner and Julia Milner (philanthropists and tech investors)
These awards are often referred to as the “Oscars of Science” due to their high-profile celebration of scientific excellence. The core mission is to:
Recognize and reward groundbreaking scientific contributions
Promote public awareness and admiration for scientists
Inspire younger generations to pursue careers in science and research
Advocate for the advancement of science as a global, apolitical force for good
Award Value And Selection Process
Each Breakthrough Prize is accompanied by a $3 million reward making it one of the richest scientific prizes in the world, significantly surpassing the monetary award of the Nobel Prize.
The selection of laureates follows a unique process:
Nominations are open to the public and accepted online.
A committee of previous winners evaluates submissions and selects recipients.
Winners are honored in a globally televised ceremony, designed to highlight the beauty and importance of science in modern society.
Beyond Award Ceremony
Winners not only receive public recognition but also engage in a series of public lectures, scientific discussions, and events aimed at outreach and educational engagement.
Importantly, the Breakthrough Prizes allow for repeat recognition researchers who go on to make additional landmark discoveries remain eligible for future prizes.
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