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Recognizing a New Generation in Nonlinear Science

The prestigious Edward N. Lorenz Early Career Award has unveiled its winners for 2024, focusing on the remarkable contributions made by young researchers in the field of nonlinear science. Hosted by Chaos, published by AIP Publishing, this award highlights the innovative work done by researchers at the beginning of their careers, aiming to inspire the next generation in this vital area of study.

In an announcement made on December 3, 2025, the award was presented to four exceptional candidates: Rahil Valani, Adam Giammarese, Mirko Goldmann, and Guillaume Pourcel. Their research has not only pushed boundaries but has also reflected a commitment to understanding nonlinear dynamics and its various applications.

Profiles of the Awardees

1. Rahil Valani

Currently a Leverhulme-Peierls Fellow at the University of Oxford, Dr. Rahil Valani has been awarded for his insightful research on the intricate relationships between nonlinear dynamics and wave-particle behavior. His paper titled “Infinite-memory classical wave-particle entities, attractor-driven active particles and the diffusionless Lorenz equations” explores how self-propelled particles interact with their generated waves, creating dynamics akin to chaotic systems.

This work, published with DOI 10.1063/5.0171007, emphasizes the importance of understanding these connections within the nonlinear dynamics community.

2. Adam Giammarese

Dr. Adam Giammarese, a Staff Engineer at Numerical Advisory Solutions, takes an interdisciplinary approach by merging mathematical modeling with climate analysis. His awarded paper, “Reconfiguration of Amazon's connectivity in the climate system” (DOI 10.1063/5.0165861), provides a novel perspective on how the Amazon rainforest's climatic framework is transitioning—weakening local relationships while enhancing distant connections.

This significant shift offers crucial insights into the ever-evolving climate dynamics, marking a pivotal contribution to the environmental studies field.

3. Mirko Goldmann & Guillaume Pourcel

Finally, Dr. Mirko Goldmann from Akhetonics and Dr. Guillaume Pourcel from the University of Groningen represent a collaborative effort under the European POST-DIGITAL ETN Project. Their joint research paper, “Adaptive control of recurrent neural networks using conceptors” (DOI 10.1063/5.0211692), presents a groundbreaking mechanism that allows recurrent neural networks (RNNs) to adapt even after initial training. By integrating a conceptor-based control loop, their studies found ways for RNNs to better manage temporal patterns and enhance functionality despite partial distortions.

This innovation could lead to more resilient computational systems capable of operating under variable conditions.

About the Award

The Edward N. Lorenz Early Career Award is designed for authors in the early stages of their careers—competing candidates must be within eight years of earning their master’s, or five years post-Ph.D., or currently enrolled in graduate studies. Additionally, candidates must be the first author of a paper published in Chaos during the award year. This award serves as a beacon for recognizing and promoting the contributions of young talents in the nonlinear dynamics sector.

For further details on the award and to view past recipients, please visit the AIP Publishing website at AIP Publishing.

About AIP Publishing

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