Harvard Scientists Breakthrough Prizes: Advances in Science
In a remarkable testament to groundbreaking scientific research, Harvard scientists have garnered accolades at the prestigious Breakthrough Prizes 2025, widely considered the “Oscars of Science.” This year, the esteemed awards highlighted the exceptional contributions of three of Harvard’s finest—Alberto Ascherio, Joel Habener, and David Liu—each recognized for their pioneering work in gene editing advancements and health-related research.Ascherio’s pivotal studies on the Epstein-Barr virus as a cause of multiple sclerosis have set a new standard for MS research, while Habener’s investigations into GLP-1 hormone regulation have transformed treatments for diabetes and obesity.