The prize will be awarded annually. The prize was endowed by the NEC Corporation in 1991.
Nominations are active for three years.
A letter of not more than 1,000 words evaluating the nominee's qualifications in the light of the particular features of the prize or award and identifying the specific work to be recognized. C.V. A list of publications. At least two, but no more than three, seconding letters and up to five reprints or preprints.