Isaac Newton Medal and Prize
The Isaac Newton Medal and Prize is for world-leading contributions to physics by an individual of any nationality.
Nominations for the 2020 awards are now closed.
About Sir Isaac Newton
Sir Isaac Newton was an iconic English physicist and mathematician most famous for having discovered the universal law of gravitation. He also:
• founded the field of classical mechanics
• developed infinitesimal calculus
• made groundbreaking contributions to optics
As well as £1,000 and a certificate, this prize includes an invitation to lecture at the Institute.