APS's 2026 W.K.H. Panofsky Prize!

  • Thread starter Thread starter Astronuc
  • Start date Start date
Click For Summary
Fermilab scientist Joel Butler has been awarded the American Physical Society's 2026 W.K.H. Panofsky Prize for his contributions to high-energy physics. The discussion raises questions about the timing of the award, suggesting it may be premature to announce it so far in advance. There is also a comment regarding the perception of Fermilab, humorously mistaking it for a women-only research facility. Additionally, some participants express skepticism about physicists adopting practices similar to those in the automobile industry. The conversation highlights both recognition in the field and concerns about the award's timing and implications.
Astronuc
Staff Emeritus
Science Advisor
Gold Member
Messages
22,420
Reaction score
7,297
Fermilab scientist Joel Butler is the recipient of the American Physical Society's 2026 W.K.H. Panofsky Prize!

https://cms.cern/news/new-cms-spokesperson-honour-be-chosen-lead-spectacular-collection-people
https://news.fnal.gov/2018/09/qa-with-joel-butler-on-leading-the-cms-experiment/

Mapping out the future of high-energy physics in the United States​

https://home.cern/news/opinion/physics/mapping-out-future-high-energy-physics-united-states
 
Physics news on Phys.org
I thought for a moment it was Femilab, a women-only research facility.

Isn't it a bit early for 2026? I dunno that physicists should adopt the techniques of automobile manufacturers.
 

Similar threads

Requesting suggestions for languages, libraries, and architectures for parallel (and sometimes non parallel) numerical and scientific computations
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
4K