Martin Kruskal Lecture

The Martin Kruskal Lecture, established in 2011, is awarded every two years to one individual for a notable body of mathematics and contributions to the mathematical theory of nonlinear waves and coherent structures, where this research area is interpreted as being in the spirit of the SIAG on Nonlinear Waves and Coherent Structures meetings. The award may be given either for a single notable achievement or for a collection of such achievements. 

Prize Description

The SIAM Activity Group on Nonlinear Waves and Coherent Structures (SIAG/NWCS) awards the Martin Kruskal Lecture every two years to one individual for a notable body of mathematics and contributions in the field of nonlinear waves and coherent structures. The award may be given either for a single notable achievement or for a collection of such achievements.

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Eligibility Criteria

The awardee's work must be a significant research contribution to the mathematical theory of nonlinear waves and coherent structures, where this research area is interpreted as being in the spirit of the SIAG on Nonlinear Waves and Coherent Structures meetings.

Required Materials

  • Nominator’s letter of recommendation for candidate
  • Candidate's CV
  • Two or three letters of support from experts in the field

About the Award

The Martin Kruskal Lecture includes a certificate containing the award citation. As part of the award, the recipient will be invited to present a plenary lecture at the SIAM conference on Nonlinear Waves and Coherent Structures. SIAM will reimburse the recipient for reasonable travel expenses incurred in giving the lecture.

Learn more about the past recipients and selection committees.

Award Date

The prize was awarded in 2024 at the SIAM Conference on Nonlinear Waves and Coherent Structures.

Award Presentation

The Chair of the SIAM Activity Group on Nonlinear Waves and Coherent Structures will present the award at the conference. An announcement of the award will appear in SIAM News.