Congratulations, Francis Halzen, 2026 recipient of the #NobelPrize in Physics! Francis Halzen led the development of the IceCube Neutrino Observatory, helping establish high-energy neutrino astronomy. Enabled by optics, IceCube demonstrated that elusive neutrino particles can be detected in sufficient numbers and traced to astrophysical sources, expanding our understanding of the cosmos. Learn more about Francis Halzen, IceCube and the importance of #optics in today’s #NobelPrize recognition at the link in our bio. #NobelPrize #OPG_AO #NeutrinoAstronomy #Astronomy #Physics