ICTP 2022 Walter Kohn Prize for Quantum-Mechanical Materials Modeling

Nominations are now being accepted for the Walter Kohn Prize for quantum-mechanical materials modeling, jointly instituted and co-funded by ICTP and the Quantum ESPRESSO Foundation. The Prize is awarded biennially to a young scientist for outstanding contributions in the field of quantum-mechanical materials and molecular modeling, performed in a developing country or emerging economy, with emphasis on first-principles techniques.

• Table of Content
• About International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)
• Walter Kohn Prize
• Aim and Benefits of Walter Kohn Prize
• Requirements for Walter Kohn Prize Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)

For more than 50 years, the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) has been a driving force behind global efforts to advance scientific expertise in the developing world. Founded in 1964 by the late Nobel Laureate Abdus Salam, ICTP seeks to accomplish its mandate by providing scientists from developing countries with the continuing education and skills that they need to enjoy long and productive careers. ICTP has been a major force in stemming the scientific brain drain from the developing world. ICTP alumni serve as professors at major universities, chairpersons... continue reading

Walter Kohn Prize

Aim and Benefits of Walter Kohn Prize

The Prize consists of:       

• a cash award of €2000      
• a citation     
• an invitation to attend the award ceremony and deliver an award lecture at ICTP  

Requirements for Walter Kohn Prize Qualification

Eligible candidates should be under the age of 45 on 30 September 2022 and must be working in countries that are NOT included in the list of “High-income economies” compiled by the World Bank

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit ICTP website.