Gregori Aminoff Prize

The Aminoff Prize is intended to reward a documented, individual contribution in the field of crystallography, including areas concerned with the dynamics of the formation and dissolution of crystal structures. Some preference should be shown for work evincing elegance in the approach to the problem.

The prize may be awarded either to an individual Swedish or foreign researcher, or to a joint research group of no more than three persons. The Aminoff Prize was awarded for the first time in 1979.

Nominating and awarding

The national committee for crystallography prepares proposals for nominations and, during the autumn, the Academy of Sciences selects a prizewinner and awards the prize. The prize is presented either at the Academy's annual ceremonial meeting or during a special symposium.