CAP Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Physics

This medal is awarded on the basis of significant contributions to physics over an extended period of time, and/or recent outstanding achievement. The CAP Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Physics was introduced in 1956 and is awarded annually.

Evaluation Criteria
CAP Medal Nomination Procedures (Link opens in new tab)

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 Any questions regarding the nomination process should be sent to programs@cap.ca

2024 Winner

Xiaoyi Bao | University of Ottawa

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Evaluation Criteria

Nominees will be evaluated on their scientific and technical contributions in physics research and development that sets them apart from their peers. Evaluation will include, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Letters from experts who are familiar with the nominee’s work. These letters should outline the nominee’s accomplishments, technical contributions, and impact on the field of physics that sets this nominee apart from their peers.
  • The nominee’s statement of important contributions.
  • Contributions to the CAP and the physics community.
  • The value and impact of all research outputs (including datasets and software) in addition to research publications; consideration will be given to a broad range of impact measures including qualitative indicators of research impact, such as influence on policy and practice.
  • Invited conference presentations and invited colloquia and seminars.
  • Honours, citations, certificates, awards, and other recognition for their research.
  • Contributions to the training of highly qualified personnel, particularly HQP accomplishments and outcomes.

 

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