Einstein Prize

To recognize outstanding accomplishments in the field of gravitational physics. The prize consists of $10,000 and a certificate citing the contributions of the recipient. It also includes an allowance for the recipient to travel to a meeting of the Society to receive the award and deliver a lecture. It is awarded biennially in odd-numbered years.

Establishment & Support

The prize was established by the Topical Group on Gravitation in 1999. It is supported by friends of the Topical Group, including major support from David Lee.

Rules & Eligibility

The award, usually to a single individual, is for outstanding achievement in theory, experiment or observation in the area of gravitational physics. It is open to any scientist, worldwide. Nominations will remain active for three review cycles. Members of the Topical Group on Gravitation Executive Committee shall not be eligible for nomination while sitting on the Committee.

Nomination & Selection Process

The deadline for submission of nominations for the 2011 prize is July 1, 2010. The nomination package must include:

• A letter of not more than 5,000 characters evaluating the qualifications of the nominee(s).

In addition, the nomination should include:

• A biographical sketch.
• A list of the most important publications.
• At least two, but not more than four, seconding letters.
• Up to five reprints or preprints.

There may be additional requirements for particular prizes and awards. Please read the rules carefully.

To complete a nomination click here for the electronic submission form. All files should be uploaded in PDF format. Letters can be signed electronically (for example, using an embedded facsimile) or physically. In the latter case, they should be digitally scanned. Filenames should include the name of the nominee.

Please contact Shelly Johnston for information on submitting updated material for nominations held-over from the previous selection process.

Selection Committee Members: TBA

Nomination Guidelines

2009 Einstein Prize Recipient:
James Hartle
University of California, Santa Barbara

Past Recipients:

2007:	Rainer Weiss Ronald Drever
2005:	Bryce DeWitt
2003:	John A. Wheeler Peter G. Bergmann