Ig Nobels to move awards to Europe due to concern over US travel visas
4 days ago
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- The Ig Nobels, a satirical award for scientific achievements, is moving from the US to Zurich, Switzerland, due to visa concerns for attendees.
- Organized by the Annals of Improbable Research, the ceremony highlights humorous yet thought-provoking research.
- The shift is attributed to safety concerns for international guests amid US immigration policies under Donald Trump.
- Past winners include studies on zebra-striped cows deterring flies and lizards' pizza preferences.
- The 2024 ceremony will be held in Zurich in collaboration with Swiss academic institutions.
- The event will alternate between Zurich and other European cities, with no immediate plans to return to the US.
- The Ig Nobels aim to make research visible in a lighthearted way, as noted by past winner Milo Puhan.