Urania is a well-equipped scientific society established in Berlin in the year 1888. The center works to spread the latest scientific research and latest developments among the common people. To make the subject interesting for all, the center adopts various steps like accommodating events and seminars to attract around 130,000 visitors each year. The center conducts regular lectures on a wide number of current issues like natural science, medicine, and even culture. Urania today contains as many as 1800 members and 80 partners supporting various programs of the center. The center awards Urania Medaille to the individual for their unique support in fulfilling the mission of the center. Some of the recipients of the award include Nobel winners in various fields like natural science, social science, and politics.