Who Will Win the 2011 Nobel Prize for Physics?

[SubTachyon]

So the announcements are next week. Is there any information public on who are the (hottest) candidates for the prize for physics?

 

[Ygggdrasil]

Thomson Reuters has put out their annual Nobel prize predictions here: http://science.thomsonreuters.com/nobel/2011predictions/#physics

 

[Jack21222]

Do you guys think Adam Riess has a shot (if not now, eventually), winning the Nobel for demonstrating dark energy observationally?

 

[flyingpig]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f61KMw5zVhg

 

[LudusRex]

As a scientist, it is important to remember that predicting the winner of the Nobel Prize for Physics is not an exact science. The Nobel Committee carefully evaluates the contributions of all potential candidates and makes their decision based on the significance and impact of their work.

While there may be speculation or rumors about potential candidates, it is ultimately up to the Nobel Committee to determine who will receive the award. It is also important to remember that the Nobel Prize is not a popularity contest, but rather a recognition of groundbreaking and influential scientific achievements.

With that being said, some scientists may be considered "hottest" candidates based on their recent contributions and impact on the field. However, it is impossible to say for certain who will win the 2011 Nobel Prize for Physics until the official announcement is made. Let us wait patiently and celebrate the deserving winner when they are announced next week.