The Medal of the Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center was established in 2010 by the Scientific Council of the Center. It is awarded to distinguished scientists in recognition of their contribution to the development of the Copernicus Center.
"for his great involvement in establishing the Polish-French collaboration in astrophysics and for his outstanding scientific achievements."
"for his crucial role in the creation of the Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center and his outstanding achievements in studies of gaseous nebulae"
Presentation of the Medal to the Laureate (YouTube).
Laudatio by Professor Józef I. Smak
"Sic itur ad astra - for the creation of the Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center and for outstanding scientific achievements."
Presentation of the Medal to the Laureate (YouTube)
"For scientific achievements in the field of astroseismology and creation of astroseismology group at the Copernicus Center."
"For scientific achievements in the field of high density matter astrophysics and contribution to development of Polish-French scientific collaboration."
"For his leading role in realisation of Polish participation in building and using SALT Telescope in South Afirca."