Nobel Prize

API

Free open data API for Nobel Prize winners and events

Overview

The Nobel Prize API provides RESTful access to open data on Nobel laureates, prizes, and related events. Responses are JSON-formatted, with endpoints like /laureates (filter by category, year, or name), /prizes (filter by year, category, or laureate ID), and /events (historical ceremony details). It includes detailed info: laureate biographies, prize motivations, ceremony dates, and category specifics. Ideal for educational apps (teaching notable achievements), historical research tools, data visualization projects (tracking prize trends), and news features highlighting laureates or anniversaries.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://www.nobelprize.org/about/developer-zone-2/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful design
JSON support
No auth required
Filterable endpoints
Comprehensive historical data

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the Nobel Prize API free to use?

Yes, it is free for both non-commercial and commercial use as part of the Nobel Prize Organization’s open data initiative.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, standard access does not require an API key or authentication, though rate limits may apply to prevent abuse.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, widely supported by most programming languages and tools.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Open Data

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free for all use cases
⊕ Easy to integrate
⊕ Detailed laureate & prize info
⊕ No API key needed

Cons

⊖ Rate limits for high-volume requests
⊖ No real-time updates (annual prizes)
⊖ Limited to Nobel-specific data
⊖ No official SLA