The Krieger–Nelson Prize is presented by the Canadian Mathematical Society in recognition of an outstanding woman in mathematics.
The award is named after Cecilia Krieger and Evelyn Nelson, both known for their contributions to mathematics in Canada.
For example, Cathleen Morawetz, past president of the American Mathematical Society, and a faculty member at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences (a division of New York University) was awarded the Krieger–Nelson Prize in 1997.
According to the call for applications, the award winner should be a "member of the Canadian mathematical community".
[3] The recipient of the Krieger–Nelson Prize delivers a lecture to the Canadian Mathematical Society, typically during its summer meeting.