Rules

Principle

The prizes are given annually by the Foundation for accomplishments in fundamental physics broadly defined, including advances in closely related fields with deep connections to physics.

Prizes

  • Fundamental Physics Prize — US$3,000,000;
  • Physics Frontiers Prize – US$300,000;
  • New Horizons in Physics Prize — US$100,000;
  • Laureates of the Physics Frontiers Prize will become nominees for the Fundamental Physics Prize.

Guidelines

  • Should recognize major achievements, with special attention to recent developments;
  • No age restrictions;
  • Can be shared by any number of people;
  • Can be received more than once.

Nomination

  • Anyone can nominate a candidate online;
  • All submissions must be completed by a third party.

Selection Committee

Past recipients of the Fundamental Physics Prize are invited to serve on the Selection Committee to select recipients of future prizes.

Special Prize

In exceptional cases a special Fundamental Physics Prize can be awarded at any time, forgoing the nomination process.