On June 4th, 2013 President of the Republic of Poland awarded Dr. Marcin Nowotny with Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta, for outstanding achievements in scientific research work and his achievements in the promotion of Polish scientific thought.
The list of honored can be found here.
The Order of Polonia Restituta can be conferred for outstanding achievements in the fields of education, science, sport, culture, art, economics, national defense, social work, civil service, or for furthering good relations between countries. It was established on 4 February 1921 and can be awarded to both civilians and soldiers, as well as to foreigners.