Scientific research is usually associated with serious people asking serious questions.&nbsp;
However, some of the most fascinating discoveries come from investigating things that seem completely ridiculous.&nbsp;
Every year, a special set of awards honors researchers whose work makes people laugh, then think.&nbsp;
This year’s winners explored subjects ranging from the bizarre to the downright disgusting.&nbsp;
Learn more about the strange and surprising research honored by the 2026 Ig Nobel Prizes on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.
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