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Is the Nobel Prize named after Alfred Nobel?

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The Nobel Prize is indeed named after Alfred Nobel. He was a Swedish chemist, engineer, inventor, businessman, and philanthropist. In his last will, Nobel provided for the creation of the Nobel Prize, which is awarded to individuals or organizations who have made significant contributions in the fields of chemistry, physics, physiology or medicine, literature, and peace. The first Nobel prizes were awarded in 1901.
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