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The prize is known as the 'Nobel Prize for Agriculture' and honours individuals who have improved the quality, quantity or availability of food around the world.
His cosmological theories were groundbreaking and innovative
Elected in 1988, the Brazilian chemist served as TWAS President from 1996 to 2000
Elected a TWAS Fellow in 1991, the Brazilian mathematician went on to serve in several influential roles within the Academy
He received this award in recognition of his contributions to the treatment and control of malaria
He made significant contributions to the study of cosmic X-ray sources, celestial gamma rays, and the effects effect of cosmic X-rays on the lower atmosphere
The award carries a monetary award of USD100,000, as well as a medal and a certificate highlighting the recipient's major contributions to science
Ce prix est doté d'une récompense de 100 000 USD, ainsi que d'une médaille et d'un certificat soulignant les contributions majeures du lauréat à la science.
The nomination took place on 26 March
A statement from TWAS President Quarraisha Abdool Karim