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So the announcements are next week. Is there any information public on who are the (hottest) candidates for the prize for physics?
Who Will Win the 2011 Nobel Prize for Physics?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around predictions and speculation regarding the candidates for the 2011 Nobel Prize in Physics. Participants explore potential nominees and their contributions to the field, particularly focusing on dark energy.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant inquires about the leading candidates for the Nobel Prize in Physics, seeking information on public predictions.
- Another participant references a prediction list from Thomson Reuters, suggesting it as a source for potential candidates.
- A different participant proposes that Adam Riess may have a chance at winning the Nobel Prize for his work on dark energy, either now or in the future.
- A link to a YouTube video is shared, though its relevance to the discussion is not specified.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
There is no consensus on specific candidates, and multiple viewpoints regarding potential nominees are presented.
Contextual Notes
The discussion lacks detailed criteria for evaluating the candidates and does not address the specific contributions of the mentioned individuals.
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