Two scientists have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for groundbreaking work in understanding and controlling the puzzling asymmetry found in certain chemical molecules, known as chirality. Their research has shed light on how molecules can exist in forms that are mirror images of each other, yet behave differently—a phenomenon critical in fields like pharmaceuticals and materials science. The discoveries could have far-reaching implications for drug development and the design of advanced materials. The prize recognizes their contributions to a fundamental yet often overlooked aspect of molecular science.
Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai won the Nobel Prize in chemistry Wednesday for their efforts to resolve mysterious mirror images in chemical molecules.
