The Coxeter-James Prize is a
mathematics award given by the
Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) to recognize outstanding contributions to mathematics by young mathematicians in
Canada
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. First presented in 1978, the prize is named after two renowned Canadian mathematicians,
Donald Coxeter and
Ralph James.
The prize is awarded annually to a young Canadian mathematician who has made significant contributions to the field of mathematics. It is intended to recognize and encourage young mathematicians in Canada and to promote the development of mathematics in the country.
Recipients of the Coxeter-James Prize are selected by the CMS Research Committee and are typically honored at the Society's annual meeting.
The Coxeter-James Prize is one of several awards given by the Canadian Mathematical Society to recognize and encourage excellence in mathematics. Other awards given by the Society include the
Jeffery–Williams Prize The Jeffery–Williams Prize is a mathematics award presented annually by the Canadian Mathematical Society. The award is presented to individuals in recognition of outstanding contributions to mathematical research. The first award was present ...
, the
Krieger–Nelson Prize The Krieger–Nelson Prize is presented by the Canadian Mathematical Society in recognition of an outstanding woman in mathematics. It was first
awarded in 1995. The award is named after Cecilia Krieger and Evelyn Nelson, both known for their contri ...
, and the Blair Spearman Doctoral Prize.
Recipients of the Coxeter–James Prize
The Canadian Mathematical Society has awarded the Coxeter–James prize to the following recipients:
See also
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List of mathematics awards
References
External links
Canadian Mathematical Society
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Awards of the Canadian Mathematical Society
Awards established in 1978
1978 establishments in Canada