MILES Advisory Board Member Omar M. Yaghi Awarded 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

MILES community proudly congratulates Professor Omar M. Yaghi, a distinguished member of our Advisory Board, on receiving the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. He shares this honor with Professors Susumu Kitagawa of Kyoto University and Richard Robson of the University of Melbourne for their pioneering contributions to the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced the award on October 8, 2025.

Professor Yaghi’s groundbreaking work has redefined the landscape of modern chemistry, and his association with MILES has been instrumental in guiding our mission to advance innovative materials research. We are immensely proud to have Professor Yaghi as part of our advisory board. This achievement reflects the profound impact of collaborative science in addressing global challenges.

The Nobel Prize celebrates a legacy of scientific excellence that aligns seamlessly with MILES' vision for a sustainable future. As we celebrate this milestone, we reaffirm our commitment to pioneering research inspired by Professor Yaghi’s leadership.

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