DR. M. RAZIUDDIN SIDDIQI PRIZE FOR SCIENTISTS UNDER 40

The Pakistan Academy of Sciences has instituted Dr. M. Raziuddin Siddiqi prize for young Pakistani scientists under 40, in the fields of Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry on rotating basis. The Academy invites nominations in January/February each year from its Fellows, Vice Chancellors of the Universities and Heads of the R&D Organizations. Only one name is to be proposed.

The Prize carries Rs. 15,000/- Cash, a Gold Medal and a Certificate

A scientist who has already been awarded a Gold Medal/Prize by the Academy in a particular discipline shall be eligible for another Gold Medal/Prize in the same subject after a gap of five (5) years, subject to the conditions that the medal would not be given on the basis of same work. He shall have to submit research work carried out after the award of the first medal. This should be clearly mentioned/reflected in the nomination letter. Four copies of detailed biodata, list of publications, (research papers/books), reprints in original or photocopies should accompany with the nomination. A summary/citation highlighting the achievements of the nominee is also needed.

The nominations complete, in all respects, received within due dates are processed. The documents of the candidates are sent to the Selection Committee constituted for the purpose for assessment in order of merit. On the basis of the recommendations of the Selection Committee, the Council of the Academy selects the candidates for the prize. The prize is awarded to the winners in the investiture ceremony in the General Body meeting in November/December. The decision of the Pakistan Academy of Sciences shall be final and shall not be challengeable in a court of law or elsewhere.