The 2017 NIMS Award goes to Dr. John Ågren, Dr. Bo Sundman, and Dr. Kiyohito Ishida

The three awardees have advanced the field of computational thermodynamics and developed thermodynamic calculation software, both of which are fundamental in structural material design. These developments, as well as the results of their studies on alloy design and practical applications, play the role of a chart and compass to advance technologies for materials development and study materials behavior under various usage environments. They are the fundamental and universal tools in use by materials researchers worldwide. In particular, in the field of structural materials, these tools have contributed to the development of a multitude of exceptional steel materials, heat-resistant alloys, and light alloys. These tools are widely regarded as great achievements in the field of “structural materials,” which is the theme of the NIMS Award 2017.

The award ceremony and award winning lectures will be held on the first day of “NIMS WEEK 2017,” which is scheduled over three days, from Wednesday, October 4th to Friday, October 6th, at the International Congress Center in Tsukuba, Japan.