This article was originally published following the announcement of the 2020 Nobel Prize winners. It has been updated to reflect the continued relevance of Nobel Laureates whose work remains influential today.
Each year, the Nobel Prize announcements attract global attention. Individuals and organizations receive global recognition for work that transforms science, economics, medicine, literature, and society. While the awards themselves are tied to a specific year, the impact of Nobel-winning research and ideas often extends far beyond the moment of announcement.
For event organizers, universities, and institutions, Nobel Laureates offer a rare opportunity to engage audiences with ideas that have shaped entire fields. At Aurum Speakers Bureau, we collaborate with several Nobel Prize winners from the 2020 awards who continue to be in demand as speakers for events, conferences, and academic programs worldwide.
Below you will find the full list of the 2020 Nobel Prize winners, followed by selected profiles of Nobel Laureates represented by Aurum.
Nobel Prize Winners 2020: Full List
There are six Nobel Prize categories. Five have been awarded annually since 1901, with the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel first awarded in 1969.
Below is the complete list of the 2020 Nobel Prize winners. Full official details for all categories are available on the Nobel Prize website.
The following profiles highlight Nobel Prize winners from the 2020 cohort who collaborate with Aurum Speakers Bureau and are available for speaking engagements at conferences, universities, corporate events, and institutional programs.
- Nobel Peace Prize: World Food Programme (WFP)
- Nobel Prize in Physics: Roger Penrose, Reinhard Genzel, Andrea Ghez
- Nobel Prize in Chemistry: Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier
- Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine: Harvey J. Alter, Michael Houghton, Charles M. Rice
- Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences: Paul Milgrom and Robert Wilson
- Nobel Prize in Literature: Louise Glück
Selected Nobel Laureate Profiles
The following profiles highlight Nobel Prize winners from the 2020 cohort who collaborate with Aurum Speakers Bureau. They are all available for speaking engagements at conferences, universities, corporate events, and institutional programs.
Emmanuelle Charpentier
Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Emmanuelle Charpentier shared the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for co-developing the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technology, a breakthrough that has transformed modern biology and genetics.
Her work enabled scientists to precisely edit DNA, opening new possibilities in biomedical research, biotechnology, and the treatment of genetic diseases. CRISPR-Cas9 has since become a foundational tool in life sciences, with far-reaching implications for medicine and society.
Keynote speaker Emmanuelle Charpentier is a highly sought-after Nobel Laureate speaker for scientific, academic, and innovation-focused events, where she speaks on gene editing, the future of genetics, and the ethical dimensions of scientific discovery.
Harvey J. Alter
Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
Keynote speaker Harvey J. Alter was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his decisive role in the discovery of the hepatitis C virus, a breakthrough that transformed modern medicine and has helped save millions of lives worldwide.
His work was fundamental in understanding blood-borne hepatitis. It improved the safety of blood transfusions and set the groundwork for highly effective antiviral treatments. The long-term impact of this research continues impacting clinical practice and global public health.
As a Nobel Laureate speaker, Harvey J. Alter addresses topics such as medical research, scientific discovery, innovation in healthcare, and the journey from laboratory research to real-world impact.
Michael Houghton
Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
Michael Houghton shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his key role in identifying the hepatitis C virus. This was a discovery that revolutionized the diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
Thanks to his research, accurate diagnostic tests and curative therapies were developed, allowing hepatitis C to become a largely treatable condition. His work stands as a clear example of how applied science can deliver lasting benefits to global health.
Keynote speaker Michael Houghton is a highly regarded Nobel Laureate speaker for medical, scientific, and academic events, where he speaks on biomedical research, innovation in medicine, and collaboration between science and industry.
Paul Milgrom and Robert Wilson
Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences
At first glance, auctions may appear straightforward: an item is offered for sale and the highest bidder wins. Yet, this familiar mechanism became the foundation for Nobel Prize–winning research by Paul Milgrom and Robert Wilson.
The Stanford University professors are world-leading experts in auction theory. That is a branch of economics that examines how auctions function under uncertainty and strategic behavior. Their work fundamentally reshaped how governments and organizations design auctions for resources such as radio spectrum, energy markets, and public assets.
Their research forms part of a broader body of modern economic thinking on market design, innovation, and competition. Related work by economists such as keynote speaker Philippe Aghion continues to influence how policymakers and business leaders think about growth, innovation, and long-term value creation.
Further Nobel Laureates at Aurum Speakers Bureau
While the 2020 Nobel Prize winners represent extraordinary achievements, they are part of a wider community of Nobel Laureates whose ideas continue to shape global conversations.
To explore Nobel Prize speakers from multiple disciplines and years who are available for events and conferences, we invite you to discover additional Nobel-related content on our blog and the wider portfolio of Nobel Laureates represented by Aurum Speakers Bureau.
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