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Alfred Day Hershey

I can only point out a curious fact. Year after year the Nobel Awards bring a moment of happiness not only to the recipients, not only to colleagues and friends of the recipients, but even to strangers.

Alfred Day Hershey

Happiness

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Alfred Day Hershey observes that the joy from the Nobel Awards extends beyond just the winners and their close circles, reaching people who have no personal connection to them. This suggests that the recognition of exceptional achievements can inspire and uplift a wide audience, creating a shared moment of happiness.

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