Buried underpants and a new definition of kissing win 2026 Ig Nobel prizes | Nature
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This page reports on the 2026 Ig Nobel prizes awarded on September 3 in Zurich, Switzerland, recognizing unusual and humorous research that prompts reflection. Notable winners include a study on land use impacts on underwear decomposition and a biomechanics prize for establishing a precise definition of kissing that spans species, while excluding food transfer. The Ig Nobel prizes, a parody of the Nobel prizes, aim to celebrate bizarre findings that entertain while encouraging thoughtful consideration.
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