Friday 30 October 2026

Science · India · 5 d ago

Indian physicist awarded Oskar Klein Medal for contributions to string theory

Photo: The Hindu

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Summary by teebeenews AI from 2 of 4 articles · written 12:59 am ET

  • Ashoke Sen is recognized for his pioneering work on S-duality.
  • He made significant contributions to the precise counting of black-hole entropy.
  • His research in string field theory has helped shape modern string theory.
  • The Oskar Klein Medal is considered one of the top prizes in physics.
  • Sen is an Indian physicist who received the award for his achievements in theoretical physics.

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  1. First reported by The Indian Express Indian physicist wins Oskar Klein medal, one of the top prizes in physics

  2. NDTV Indian Physicist Ashoke Sen Receives Oskar Klein Medal, A Top Physics Honour

  3. The Hindu Ashoke Sen becomes first Indian physicist to receive Oskar Klein Medal

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