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This week, a select group of individuals from around the world will be inducted into one of the most prestigious clubs in history. The Nobel Prize was first established in 1901 with five divisions: Chemistry, Physics, Physiology or Medicine, Literature and Peace. Today, it is considered the pinnacle of professional accomplishment, a way to recognize those people who most push the boundaries of human limitation. In consideration for awards this year are influencers like Pope Francis, astrophysicist Kip Thorne and Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami. Ahead of this year’s announcements, here is a look at just a few notable winners from past decades.