2026 Medal Winners | francais

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The 2026 CAP Fellowship Awards

is awarded to

Richard Boudreault

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The Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP) is pleased to announce that the 2026 CAP Fellowship Awards is awarded to Richard Boudreault, Nanotech, in recognition of pioneering contributions in applied physics, quantum science, and Arctic engineering that have strengthened Canada’s leadership in innovation; and for leadership in science policy, including quantum innovation, clean energy, northern infrastructure, and climate strategy. announcement

Recognized for pioneering contributions in applied physics, quantum science, and Arctic engineering, Richard Boudreault has strengthened Canada’s leadership in innovation. His work—from quantum sensing and advanced materials to northern climate solutions—has advanced national scientific capacity, shaped research policy, and accelerated the development of next-generation technologies. nominator citation

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ABOUT the Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP)

The Canadian Association of Physicists, founded in 1945, is a professional association representing over 1300 individual physicists and physics students in Canada, the U.S. and overseas, as well as a number of Corporate, Institutional, and Departmental Members. In addition to its learned activities, the CAP, through its charitable arm - the CAP Foundation, also undertakes a number of activities intended to encourage students to pursue a career in physics. cap description

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For more information, please contact:

Mrs. Francine Ford, Executive Director
Canadian Association of Physicists
Tel: 343-361-3326
E-mail: execdir@cap.ca
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