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The UNESCO Kalinga Prize for the Popularization of
Science is an international distinction created by UNESCO
in 1952 following a donation from Mr Bijoyanand Patnaik, Founder and President of the Kalinga Foundation Trust in India.
The purpose of the Prize is to reward the efforts of
a person who has had a distinguished career as writer, editor,
lecturer, radio/television programme director or film producer, which has enabled him/her to help to interpret science,
research and technology to the public. He/she is expected to have knowledge of the role of science, technology and general
research in the improvement of public welfare, the enrichment of the cultural heritage of nations and the solutions to the
problems of humanity. The objective of the Prize is in conformity with UNESCO’s policies and is related to the Programme of
the Organization in the field of promoting public awareness in science. Many
past Prize winners have been scientists
in their own right, while others have been trained in journalism or have been educators or writers.
Each
nomination is submitted to the Director-General by the governments of Member States, in consultation with
their National Commissions, and by non-governmental organizations maintaining formal relations with UNESCO. A
self-nomination cannot be considered.
(See who may apply and how to apply)
The laureate is selected by the Director-General
of UNESCO upon the recommendation of a four-member Jury designated by him. Three members of the Jury from different countries
around the world are designated on the basis of equitable geographical distribution and the fourth on the recommendation of the
Kalinga Foundation Trust.
The Prize is awarded biennially in the same year as the UNESCO General Conference (in odd years). It is normally awarded by the Director-General
at an official ceremony held for the purpose in the place where UNESCO celebrates World Science Day, on 10 November. UNESCO
presents the prize-winner with a cheque for the amount of £10,000, a certificate and the UNESCO-Albert Einstein silver medal.
The Kalinga Prize also enables the recipient of the Kalinga Prize also travels t oIndia as the guest
as the guest of the Government of India. He/she is provided with appropriate facilities to familiarize him/herself with Indian life and
culture, Indian research and educational institutions, and the development of India’s industry and economy. He/she is also
invited to visit Indian universities and attend meetings of Indian scientific societies, particularly those of the Indian Science
Congress Association. While in India, the recipient will be asked to deliver lectures in English and take part in meetings, on
recent progress in science and technology or the social, cultural and educational
consequences of modern science. Thus, he/she should preferably be proficient in English.
Who may apply
How t oapply
The Kalinga Prize for the Popularization of Science is administered by the Division for Science Policy and Sustainable Development.
Consult the Regulations for the Award
of the Kalinga Prize
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