Hans A. Bethe Prize

To recognize outstanding work in theory, experiment or observation in the areas of astrophysics, nuclear physics, nuclear astrophysics, or closely related fields. The prize consists of $10,000 and a certificate citing the contributions made by the recipient. It is presented annually.

Establishment & Support

This prize is endowed by contributions from the Division of Astrophysics, the Division of Nuclear Physics and friends of Hans A. Bethe to honor him for his outstanding and numerous accomplishments in both astrophysics and nuclear physics.

Rules & Eligibility

This Award is made annually to one individual for outstanding accomplishments in the areas of astrophysics, nuclear physics, nuclear astrophysics, or closely related fields. It is open to any scientist working in these areas, worldwide. Nominations are active for 3 years.

Nomination & Selection Process

The deadline for the 2009 prize is July 1, 2008. Nominations for the 2009 prize should be sent to the chair of the 2009 Selection Committee:
 
Roland L. Diehl
Max Planck Institut (MPE)
Giessenbachstr 1
Garching D-85741
Germany
Phone 49 89  30000 3850
E-mail: rod@mpe.mpg.de
 
Other Selection Committee Members: Donald Geesaman, Friedrich Thielemann, John W. Negele, Virginia Trimble
 
  Nomination Guidelines

2008 Hans A. Bethe Prize Recipient:
Friedrich K. Thielemann
University of Basel

Past Recipients:

2007:	James R. Wilson
2006:	Alastair G.W. Cameron
2005:	Stan Woosley
2004:	Wick Haxton
2003:	Michael C.F. Wiescher
2002:	Gordon Baym
2001:	Gerald E. Brown
2000:	Igal Talmi
1999:	Edwin Ernest Salpeter
1998:	John Norris Bahcall