| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 Winners | Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi |
| Reason for Award | Groundbreaking work in developing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) |
| Susumu Kitagawa | - Affiliation: Kyoto University, Japan- Research Contribution: Flexible and functional MOFs- Key Achievement: Predicted flexibility of MOFs, enabling new chemical applications |
| Richard Robson | - Affiliation: University of Melbourne, Australia- Research Contribution: First spacious molecular constructions- Key Achievement: Created first well-ordered MOF using copper ions and organic molecules |
| Omar M. Yaghi | - Affiliation: University of California, Berkeley, USA- Research Contribution: Stable and customizable MOFs- Key Achievement: Introduced rational design for new properties, enabling diverse applications |
| Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) | - Definition: Crystalline structures combining metal ions with organic molecules- Key Features: Porous, customizable, and versatile in applications |
| Applications of MOFs | - Carbon capture- Toxic chemical filtration- Catalyzing chemical reactions- Water harvesting in arid regions |
| Historical Significance | - 1989: Richard Robson created first spacious MOF crystal- 1992-2003: Kitagawa and Yaghi enhanced MOF stability and functionality |
| Prize Details | - Amount: 11 million Swedish kronor, shared equally |
Contact Counsellor