
Who is Omar Yaghi, scientist born to Palestinian refugees who won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Published on: Oct. 9, 2025, 10:23 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Omar Yaghi, a Nobel laureate in Chemistry, overcame a humble upbringing in Jordan, marked by scarcity and limited education for his parents. His journey from a one-room home to pioneering metal-organic frameworks highlights science as a powerful equalizer, unlocking potential regardless of background. Yaghi's work on MOFs offers solutions for carbon capture and water harvesting.