Directory

The universe's average density remains constant as new matter is continuously created, even as the universe expands.

Explains how weak forces and electromagnetic forces are unified.

Invisible matter that affects the orbital speed of stars in galaxies.

Studied the impact of genes/chromosomes on health (Down syndrome, congenital heart issues); impact of X-rays on chromosomes.

NACA/NASA mathematician who calculated trajectories for space missions, e.g., Alan Shepard, Apollo 11.

Developed a propulsion system for keeping spacecraft in stationary orbit.

Developed the electroweak theory, explaining the weak interaction between particles, and its unification with electromagnetism

Discovered stars in outer galaxies orbit as fast as those nearer to the center, challenging Newtonian gravity.

Proposed that chemical elements are formed through step-by-step nuclear reactions inside stars.

Genetic disorder related to an extra chromosome (47 instead of 46).

A subatomic particle predicted by Peter Higgs' theory associated with the Higgs field.

Chlorofluorocarbons, gases which deplete the ozone layer.

A genetic disease caused by a faulty gene, discovered by Lap-Chee Tsui.

Mae Jemison, who traveled on the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992.

A technique that creates intense lasers, developed by Donna Strickland and Gerard Mourou.

Protective DNA caps at chromosome ends, vital for cell lifespan.

Awarded for research on telomeres and telomerase (shared by Carol Greider, Elizabeth Blackburn and Jack Szostak).

Eric Kandel's Nobel-winning research focused on synapses and their role in memory formation using sea slugs.