TOPIC: for each paper submitted to one of the two Topical Collections of CM&DA, a prize will be awarded to the best original research work, showing innovative theoretical and/or numerical methods in Celestial Mechanics and Astrodynamics. The committee might decide to assign the prize to more papers ex-aequo. We remind that the Topical Collections are:
"Analytical and semi-analytical results in Celestial Mechanics"
"Pioneering computational techniques in Dynamical Astronomy".
APPLICATION: Each corresponding author is encouraged to send to celmec@mat.uniroma2.it a short summary (maximum 1 page) in PDF format, including the abstract of the paper or a description of the methods and the main results. A short bibliography can be added.
The applicant could send also a short CV (max 5 pages) in PDF format, including the list of the 10 main publications.
REQUIREMENTS: One of the authors will be invited to deliver a talk to CELMEC for the presentation of the paper. No other specific requirements are needed; in particular, there are no limitations on the age or nationality of the applicant.
SELECTION: The committee will be formed by (at least) 3 distinguished scientists that will select the best article(s).
DEADLINE: All papers published or accepted in CM&DA within 31 MAY 2026 will compete for the prizes.
PRIZE CEREMONY: The prize ceremony will take place during CELMEC IX.