By Web Desk 
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize industries worldwide, and as of October 3, 2024, discussions have emerged about whether AI could one day win a Nobel Prize. Experts are divided, with some arguing that AI’s role in scientific discovery has already earned it consideration for prestigious awards, while others believe that the Nobel Prizes, which traditionally honor human achievement, may never recognize AI in the same way.
Recent developments in AI, including groundbreaking innovations in healthcare, environmental science, and even physics, have fueled the debate. AI systems like DeepMind’s AlphaFold, which solved complex protein folding problems, have been lauded for their contributions to advancing scientific knowledge(
ARY NEWS). These achievements, while significant, pose an ethical question: should the credit for such discoveries go to the creators of AI or the AI systems themselves?
Some advocates argue that Nobel Prizes, particularly in categories like Chemistry or Physics, could eventually evolve to honor teams that develop AI systems responsible for scientific breakthroughs. The 2024 Nobel discussions already touched on how much AI has contributed to recent discoveries, highlighting the growing integration of technology in research(
Cars.com).
As AI continues to reshape the boundaries of what is possible, its role in future Nobel Prize considerations may increase. However, for now, the Nobel committees remain focused on awarding individuals or groups of scientists rather than the tools they use.