What is an Ig Nobel Prize?

Stuff You Should Know

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🗓️ 3 September 2009

⏱️ 26 minutes

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Each year, the Ig Nobel Prize is awarded to researchers for unusual -- and generally humorous -- contributions to science. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the highlights of this unique awards ceremony in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.

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