Scientists studying cockroach milk and nose-blowing win Ig Nobel prizes for quirky science
Summary
Scientists were awarded Ig Nobel prizes in Zurich for unusual and creative research, including studies on cockroach milk, nose-blowing, and soil decomposition using buried underwear. The ceremony, usually held in the U.S., moved to Europe due to travel and visa issues.Key Facts
- The Ig Nobel prizes celebrate unusual but imaginative scientific research.
- The 2026 ceremony took place in Zurich, Switzerland, for the first time outside the U.S.
- Research topics honored included cockroach milk, the history of kissing, nose-blowing science, and soil health studied by burying underwear.
- Audience members threw paper airplanes on stage as part of the ceremony tradition.
- Organizers plan to hold future events alternating between Zurich and other European cities, including Antwerp in 2027.
- The move from the U.S. was due to safety and visa concerns for international guests.
- The Ig Nobel prizes are unrelated to the Nobel Prizes announced annually in October.
- The ceremony is organized by the Annals of Improbable Research, a digital magazine.
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