Nobel and Karolinska Institutet
   
This 28 minutes long slide show about Karolinska Institutet and the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine is divided into five parts. Choose a slide show depending on the kind of Internet connection (fast or slow) you have!
  History: 1800s
The 19th century history of Karolinska Institutet stretches back to a Royal decree to quickly train Army Surgeons. It continues with the build up of a natural scientific research tradition which, by the end of the century saw Karolinska Institutet become established as a leading medical university. This research tradition soon catches the attention of the inventor of dynamite, Alfred Nobel.
(Around 8 minutes)
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  History: 1900s
Alfred Nobel's final will covering the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine enhances Karolinska Institutet's orientation into the natural sciences. From having been one among several Swedish medical academic institutions, Karolinska Institutet develops into a prominent international centre attracting some of the most qualified research talents around.
(Around 7 minutes)
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  The Nobel Laureates at Karolinska Institutet
Over a period of 100 years, eight Swedes have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Of those, five have a direct connection to Karolinska Institutet.
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  Selecting the Nobel Laureates
The selection process for the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine works with its own calendar year and involves about 3000 persons eligible for nomination.
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  The Map of Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm
The Nobel Foundation and the Prize-Awarding Institutions have different functions and are also located in different parts of Stockholm. The following presents an overview with a focus on the organizations responsible for the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
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