UCSB Physics Professor Receives International Award
April 22, 2011
(Santa Barbara, Calif.) –– Anthony Zee, professor of physics with the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics at UC Santa Barbara, has received the Humboldt Research Award in recognition of his lifetime achievements in research.
The award was presented by the Alexander Von Humboldt Foundation in Germany. In addition to acknowledging his scholarly achievements to date, the foundation has invited Zee to carry out a research project of his choice, in cooperation with colleagues in Germany. In this way, the foundation promotes international scientific collaboration.
In congratulating Zee, UCSB Chancellor Henry T. Yang said: "This is a wonderful and prestigious recognition of your notable research in theoretical physics and contributions to public education. We all share great pride in your contributions to advancing the discipline."
The Humboldt Research Award honors scholars whose fundamental discoveries, new theories, or insights have had a significant impact on their discipline, and who are expected to continue producing cutting-edge achievements in the future.