Nobel Prize Winners of 1913: Full List of Laureates and Their Achievements
Nobel Prize Winners 1913: Discover the Laureates of 1913
Chemistry
Alfred Werner in recognition of his work on the linkage of atoms in molecules by which he has thrown new light on earlier investigations and opened up new fields of research especially in inorganic chemistry.
Physiology or Medicine
Charles Robert Richet in recognition of his work on anaphylaxis.
Physics
Heike Kamerlingh Onnes for his investigations on the properties of matter at low temperatures which led, inter alia, to the production of liquid helium.
Peace
Henri La Fontaine for his unparalleled contribution to the organization of peaceful internationalism.
Literature
Rabindranath Tagore because of his profoundly sensitive, fresh and beautiful verse, by which, with consummate skill, he has made his poetic thought, expressed in his own English words, a part of the literature of the West.
Economic Sciences
Memorable Moments and Contributions
Peace - The 1913 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Elihu Root "for his distinguished services in International Diplomacy, and especially as Secretary of State, as Senator, and as Secretary of War of the United States." Root's diplomatic efforts, particularly in resolving international disputes and promoting peace, were recognized for their significant contributions to global stability.
Physics - The 1913 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to Heike Kamerlingh Onnes "for his investigations on the properties of matter at low temperatures which led, inter alia, to the production of liquid helium." Onnes' groundbreaking work on superconductivity and the liquefaction of helium paved the way for advancements in cryogenics and the study of low-temperature phenomena.
Chemistry - The 1913 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Alfred Werner "in recognition of his work on the linkage of atoms in molecules by which he has thrown new light on earlier investigations and opened up new fields of research especially in inorganic chemistry." Werner's contributions to coordination chemistry revolutionized the understanding of molecular structure and bonding.
Literature - The 1913 Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to Rabindranath Tagore "because of his profoundly sensitive, fresh and beautiful verse, by which, with consummate skill, he has made his poetic thought, expressed in his own English words, a part of the literature of the West." Tagore's poetry and literary works had a profound impact on Indian and world literature, bridging cultural divides.
Physiology or Medicine - The 1913 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Charles Richet "in recognition of his work on anaphylaxis." Richet's discoveries on the immune system's hypersensitive reactions, known as anaphylaxis, were instrumental in the development of allergy research and treatment.
FAQ Section
Who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1913?
Henri La Fontaine won the Nobel Peace Prize PEA - Belgian lawyer and author, nobel prize laureate (b. 1854).
Who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913?
Rabindranath Tagore won the Nobel Prize in Literature LIT - Indian author, poet, and playwright, nobel prize laureate (b. 1861).
What scientific breakthroughs were recognized by the Nobel Prizes in 1913?
Heike Kamerlingh Onnes won the Nobel Prize in Physics Nobel Prize laureate for his investigations on the properties of matter at low temperatures which led, inter alia, to the production of liquid helium. Alfred Werner won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry CHE - French-swiss chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1866).
