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John Pendry
Theoretical Physicist
Contribution of the Theoretical Construction of Metamaterials to the Field of Materials Science
Materials Science and Engineering
Paul F. Hoffman
Geologist
Proving Snowball Earth Accelerating Life Evolution and Plate Tectonics Dating Back to the First Half of Earth’s History
Earth and Planetary Sciences, Astronomy and Astrophysics
William Forsythe
Choreographer
The Choreographer Who Opened a New Horizon of Performing Arts by Radically Renewing Methodologies and Aesthetics of Ballet and Dance
Theater, Cinema
Kyoto Prize since 1984
“A human being has no higher calling than to strive for the greater good of humanity and the world.”
Kazuo Inamori (Founder of Inamori Foundation)
Founded in 1984 by Kazuo Inamori, the Kyoto Prize is an international award of Japanese origin that honors individuals who have made significant contributions in the fields of science and technology, as well as arts and philosophy.
In honor of the Kyoto Prize laureates, a series of commemorative events and symposiums are held both in and outside of Japan.
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