Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Oct 7, 2026

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai “for the discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis”. Their discoveries have advanced our understanding of life’s chemical asymmetry and enabled important developments in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

EuChemS warmly congratulates both laureates on this outstanding recognition of their contributions to chemistry!