Emmy Noether, with her fundamental and revolutionary work in the abstract algebra and on conservation laws in theoretical physics, is an exceptional historical figure for all generations – past, present and future – of physicists.
The distinction recognises noteworthy women physicists with a strong connection to Europe through nationality or work
Attribution criteria focus on the candidate’s:
• research achievements
• endeavours to promote gender equality and the empowerment of women in physics
• coordination of projects and management activity
• service to the scientific community and research administration
Nominators are encouraged to address these four points in their proposal.
Commencing 2022, the EPS Emmy Noether Distinction for Women in Physics is to be awarded once a year, to two distinguished women in physics. Namely, the Emmy Noether Distinction will be awarded to an early- and mid–career laureate, as well as to a more advanced candidate, as a Distinction for her full career.
The selection committee, appointed by the EPS Equal Opportunities Committee, will consider nominations of women in physics working in Europe for the 2026 Edition of the Emmy Noether Distinction as of the nomination deadline of 31st January 2027.
To make a nomination, apply via this site or submit the following documents to the EPS Secretariat:
- A cover letter, detailing (in no more than 3 paragraphs) the motivation for awarding the EPS Emmy Noether Distinction to the nominee and providing the proposed citation (for…. or in recognition of…. One sentence, <30 words);
- The nominee’s name, institution and email
- The nominee’s CV
- The nominator’s name, institution, and email
- Optional: No more than 3 support letters
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