A World of Genius: Nobel Laureates Per capita Across the Globe
The Nobel Prize, established by Alfred Nobel in 1895, is one of the most prestigious international awards, honoring outstanding contributions to humanity in six categories: Peace, Literature, Chemistry, Physics, Medicine, and Economic Sciences.
When examining the global distribution of Nobel laureates, several countries stand out for their significant contributions, especially in the scientific fields. The United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France have historically been home to many Nobel laureates in Physics, Chemistry, and Medicine. These countries have a robust infrastructure for scientific research, well-funded universities, and a culture that fosters innovation and excellence.
However, when we shift our focus to Nobel laureates per capita, a different picture emerges. Smaller countries and regions often show a remarkable number of laureates relative to their population size. According to the map I’ve created, which illustrates the number of Nobel laureates in scientific fields per 10 million people, the Faroe Islands and Saint Lucia come out on top.
