How does a scientific discovery become world news? When medicine laureate 2022, Svante Pääbo, presented the discovery of a new kind of human – the Denisovan – ten years ago, it caused a lot of attention. The technology used was revolutionary, and the discovery was expected to change the way we look at human history. In a conversation with Gustav Källstrand, cultural researcher Mattis Karlsson talks about how the discovery of the Denisovan became a scientific breakthrough.

The conversation is in Swedish and starts at 18:00. Before and after, you are welcome to visit our exhibitions and Bistro Nobel for a glass of bubbly or snacks. See our evening menu here.

To purchase tickets, see below. Purchased tickets are non-refundable.


Nights at the Nobel Prize Museum / Membership

You are invited to share experiences beyond the ordinary when the Nobel Prize Museum stays open late every Friday evening with events that will appeal to all the senses. They will include literary conversations, music, concerts, science talks, tastings and workshops. Read more about our upcoming Friday nights in the event calendar here.

As a member of the Nobel Prize Museum, you have a discounted price on some tickets and can enjoy free admission to many other activities for one year.
Read more about membership here.

Welcome to a stimulating Friday evening at the Nobel Prize Museum.



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