Marc Abrahams, the director and producer of the Ig Nobels, introduces Miss Sweetie Poo Liraz Brand. Miss Sweetie Poo is responsible for keeping the ceremonies running on time. If a guest’s speech goes over time, she walks to the podium and repeats, “Please stop, I’m bored,” until the guest stops talking.

Biyeun M. Buczyk—The Tech

Marc Abrahams, the director and producer of the Ig Nobels, introduces Miss Sweetie Poo Liraz Brand. Miss Sweetie Poo is responsible for keeping the ceremonies running on time. If a guest’s speech goes over time, she walks to the podium and repeats, “Please stop, I’m bored,” until the guest stops talking. Biyeun M. Buczyk—The Tech