Brian Cox Receives Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication
Starmus Festival cofounders Sir Brian May and Garik Israelian presented Professor Brian Cox with the 2026 Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication in London. The award recognizes Cox's work in popularizing science.
London – Professor Brian Cox has been awarded the 2026 Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication. The award was presented by Starmus Festival cofounders Sir Brian May and Garik Israelian at the Royal Astronomical Society in London on October 2nd.
The medal recognizes Brian Cox's significant contributions to making science accessible and understandable to a wider audience. Cox is known for his television work and books, which explain complex scientific concepts in an engaging manner.
The Stephen Hawking Medal is named in honor of the late theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking, a renowned scientist and communicator. The medal aims to promote science and its understanding globally.
The Starmus Festival is an annual event that brings together science, art, and music. It convenes prominent scientists, artists, and musicians to discuss the future of science and technology.