IQ is a key factor strongly correlating with Nobel-level scientific discoveries, with Nobel laureates typically having an IQ of 150. Currently, only a small percentage of scientists possess such high IQs, but this is set to change as AI IQs are rapidly advancing. By mid-2026, AI models are expected to reach an IQ of 150, equaling human Nobel laureates, and by 2027, they could surpass even the most brilliant human minds like Einstein and Newton. This exponential increase in AI intelligence will allow for an unprecedented number of Nobel-level discoveries across various fields, potentially revolutionizing scientific, medical, and technological advancements. This matters because it could lead to a transformative era in human knowledge and problem-solving capabilities, driven by super intelligent AI.
