Dirac Medal

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Recently, Deepak Dhar, a theoretical physicist from Uttar Pradesh has been named the co-recipient of Dirac Medal.  

About Dirac Medal

• It was first awarded in 1985.
• It is given in honor of P.A.M. Dirac, one of the greatest physicists of the 20th century.
• It is awarded annually on Dirac’s birthday (August 8), to scientists who have made significant contributions to theoretical physics.
• It is awarded by the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP).
• Selection Process: An international committee of distinguished scientists selects the winners from a list of nominated candidates.
• The Dirac Medal is not awarded to Nobel Laureates, Fields Medallists, or Wolf Foundation Prize winners, although several past Dirac medallists later went on to receive those honours.
• Cash Prize: The Medalist also receives a prize of US $5,000.

What is the International Centre for Theoretical Physics?

• It is an international research institute for physical and mathematical sciences.
• The centre was founded in 1964.
• It operates under a tripartite agreement between the Italian Government, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
• ICTP is a UNESCO Category 1 Institute.
• It is located in Trieste, Italy.

Source: IE

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