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A Nobel

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Peace Prize nomination

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is not

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an award,

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it begins

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a review process.

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Submissions close January 31st.

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Nominations are checked for

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validity before reaching

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the Nobel Committee.

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The committee shortlists

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candidates.

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Independent experts provide reports,

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while repeated discussions

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narrow the field.

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The Norwegian Nobel

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committee

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makes the final

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decision.

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The winner

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is announced in October.