| Fred Hoyle Medal and Prize | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Astrophysics, gravitational physics, or cosmology |
| Sponsored by | Institute of Physics |
| Reward(s) | Silver medal, £1000 |
| First awarded | 2008 |
| Website | http://www.iop.org/about/awards/ |
The Fred Hoyle Medal and Prize was established in 2008 by the Institute of Physics of London for distinguished contributions to astrophysics, gravitational physics or cosmology. The medal is named after astronomer Fred Hoyle who formulated the theory of stellar nucleosynthesis. The medal is made of silver and accompanied by a prize and a certificate.[1] The medal was awarded biennially from 2008 to 2016. It has been awarded annually since 2017.