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Nuclear Physics Division

The Nuclear Physics Division recognises outstanding achievements with three prestigious awards. 

For outstanding work in the fields of experimental, theoretical, or applied nuclear science.

Overview

  • The Prize consist of a diploma, a medal with the image of Lise Meitner, and cash reward.
  • The Prize is awarded every 2 years.

Eligibility

  • The prize can be given to one or several individuals.
  • Such contributions may comprise experimental nuclear physics, theoretical nuclear physics and all areas of application of nuclear science.  The board welcomes proposals which represent the breadth and the strength of European nuclear science.  
  • Only work that has been published in peer-reviewed journals can be considered in the evaluation of nominations.
  • The Prize shall be awarded without restrictions of nationality, sex, race, or religion.
  • Self-nominations shall not be accepted.

For outstanding work in the field of nuclear science and medicine.

Overview

  • The Applied Nuclear Physics Prize replaces the former IBA-Europhysics Prize since 2024.
  • The prize consists of a diploma and 3,000 €
  • The Prize will be awarded every three years and timed so that it can be presented at the division-supported Applied Nuclear Physics conference.

 

Eligibility

  • The Prize shall be awarded to one or more researchers.
  • The Prize shall be awarded without restrictions of nationality, sex, race or religion.
  • Self-nominations for the award shall not be accepted.

To recognize the excellency of a recent PhD in Nuclear Physics.

Overview

  • The prize winner receives a diploma and support to a maximum value of 1000 € to attend the upcoming EuNPC Conference and present their work.
  • The prize is given every 3 years to 3 candidates.

 

Eligibility

  • Nominations are open to those having obtained a PhD degree in experimental, theoretical, or applied nuclear physics, in a member country of the EPS.
  • The PhD must have been defended within the three-year period since the previous award.

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