UNESCO Kalinga Prize for the Popularization of Science
List of Laureates
2015
Diego Andrés Golombek
In recognition of his tireless contribution to science communication and education in diverse and entertaining formats, notably for his role in the development of Argentina’s first Science Cultural Centre.
2013
Xiangyi Li, China
In recognition of his contribution to science popularization, including as cofounder of the China Science and Technology Museum
2011
Réne Raúl Drucker Colín, Mexico
In recognition of his contribution to the promotion of science through print and television media
2009
Trinh Xuan Thuan, Vietnam
In recognition of his work in sharing scientific knowledge and its discoveries though print media in a form that is accessible to scientific and non-scientific readers
2009
Yash Pal, India
For his contribution to science communication in various forms over the decades
2005
Jeter Jorge Bertoletti, Brazil
In recognition of his role in making science better known and more accessible to the general public, especially to children, students and rural communities
2004
Jean Audouze, France
In recognition of his long career and role in the promotion of science, notably for his work in science museums
2003
Pervez Amirali Hoodbhoy, Pakistan
For his contribution to broadening the understanding of science in Pakistan, notably through print and television media
2002
Marisela Salvatierra, Venezuela
For her outstanding career in science communication and environmental education in Latin America
2001
Stefano Fantoni, Italy
In recognition of his role to improve communication between the scientific community and the general public
2000
Ernst Hamburger, Brazil
In recognition of his extensive efforts to popularize science in schools in Brazil
- List of Laureates from 1999 to 1990
- List of Laureates from 1989 to 1970
- List of Laureates from 1969 to 1952