There are six Nobel Prize categories up for grabs. Alfred Nobel, an inventor, entrepreneur, scientist, businessman and writer, outlined the original five prizes in his will in 1895.

After Alfred Nobel’s passing in San Remo on December 10, 1896, the unexpected establishment of a special peace prize under his name sparked immense interest.

In preparation for the official Nobel Prize ceremony on Sunday, we give you some of the highlights (and lowlights) from the award's 116-year history: A Blast from the Past The prizes were created by ...

1866 - Swedish chemist, engineer and industrialist Alfred Nobel invents dynamite. He later builds companies and laboratories in more than 20 countries around the world. December 10, 1896 - Nobel ...

In 1968, when Sweden's central bank was celebrating its 300th anniversary, it established the Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel with a donation to the Nobel Foundation.

Intended to recognize scientists, artists, and diplomats who work to improve life for all humanity, the prizes were established in 1895 at the bequest of Swedish inventor and businessman Alfred Nobel.

There are six Nobel Prize categories up for grabs. Alfred Nobel, an inventor, entrepreneur, scientist, businessman and writer, outlined the original five prizes in his will in 1895.

Nobel Prize Fast Facts (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Nobel Prize, an international award given yearly for achievements in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, ...

1968 – A sixth award, Economics, is added by the Bank of Sweden (Sveriges Riksbank) in the memory of Alfred Nobel. 2016 – The class of 376 Peace Prize candidates is the largest ever.