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UW–Madison professor awarded 2026 Nobel Prize in physics

Original: UW–Madison professor wins 2026 Nobel Prize in physics

A University of Wisconsin–Madison professor has won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics. Local station WKOW reports the award, bringing one of science's highest honours to the campus. The Swedish academy's recognition places the university among the leading institutions in this year's Nobel announcements, and attention is turning to the laureate's work and the institution's research record.

Why now: Nobel Prize announcements are major global news, and a local winner generates strong regional and academic interest.

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• UW–Madison professor wins 2026 Nobel Prize in physics · WKOW
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