Recent accomplishments in science have been celebrated with the prestigious recognition of Harvard Scientists Breakthrough Prizes, an accolade that shines a spotlight on innovative research that impacts human health.On April 6, 2025, three distinguished researchers from Harvard University received these esteemed awards, often referred to as the “Oscars of Science.” This year’s winners excelled in groundbreaking work, particularly in the fields of gene editing advancements, the Epstein-Barr virus's connection to multiple sclerosis (MS), and the development of GLP-1 treatments for diabetes and obesity.