Prizes and Awards - European Academy of Sciences

Paul Lecoq receives the title Doctor Honoris Causa by the Universitat Politècnica de València

Admin EurASc Members, News, Prizes and Awards March 26, 2024June 4, 2024

Dr. Paul Lecoq, a distinguished figure in the field of nuclear physics and the Head of EurASc Physics Division, has been conferred with the title of Honoris Causa by Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV). The prestigious event took place in 2023 at the university’s Auditorium under the presidency of UPV’s Rector, Dr. Pepe Capilla, and witnessed the recognition of new professors along with the investiture of new doctors.

Dr. Paul Lecoq’s remarkable contributions to science, notably his pivotal role in the development of the Giant Hadron Collider (LHC), which played a crucial role in the discovery of the Higgs Boson, have earned him this esteemed accolade. Reflecting on the current state of scientific inquiry, Dr. Lecoq commented, “What we know is that the standard model is nearing its end, it doesn’t explain everything. Something else will be discovered. What? I don’t know. I only hope to live long enough to see progress in that direction.” Furthermore, Dr. Lecoq emphasized the pivotal role of science in addressing contemporary societal challenges spanning health, global warming, and energy, asserting that the solutions to these issues lie within the realms of scientific inquiry.

The proposal for Dr. Lecoq’s Honoris Causa was championed by the Institute of Molecular Imaging Instrumentation (I3M) and was approved by the Governing Council. In a heartfelt Laudatio, Dr. Lecoq’s sponsor, Dr. José María Benlloch, extolled his invaluable contributions to the academic community, describing him as a mentor who guides students towards their objectives and utility, remarking, “It is wonderful to have him among us.”

In closing, Rector Capilla extended his heartfelt congratulations to all honorees and thanked everyone for their presence at this inspiring gathering, which celebrates the pursuit of knowledge and academic excellence at Universitat Politècnica de València.

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This news article serves as a testament to Professor Lecoq’s remarkable achievements and underscores EurASc’s commitment to recognizing excellence in science and innovation.

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Maria Antonietta Loi secures a EUR 1 million grant for pioneering research on advanced image sensors

Admin EurASc Eurasc, Members, News, Prizes and Awards March 7, 2024June 4, 2024

We’re thrilled to announce that Professor Maria Antonietta Loi, a distinguished member of EurASc, and Dr. Loredana Protesescu have been awarded a EUR 1 million grant from the NWO (Dutch Research Council) Open Technology Program (OTP) for their groundbreaking research on advanced image sensors.

Their project aims to develop a new type of image sensor for smartphones that promises remarkable capabilities such as health monitoring, night vision, and assisted autonomous driving. With an interdisciplinary team and the support of industrial partners including VisEra Technology Co., @Quantum Solutions, and New Imaging Technologies, the project is poised to revolutionize technology as we know it.

Read more about this groundbreaking initiative: https://www.rug.nl/fse/news/nwo-funding-for-inproved-image-sensors?lang=en

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Philippe Dubois receives the title Doctor Honoris Causa by the University of Montpellier

Admin EurASc Members, News, Prizes and Awards February 21, 2024June 4, 2024

We are delighted to announce that Professor Philippe Dubois, a longstanding member of EurASc and currently serving as a member of the Scientific Committee of the Engineering Division, as received the title Doctor Honoris Causa by the University of Montpellier.

Professor Dubois, renowned for his pioneering work in green chemistry and materials science, was honored by the University of Montpellier for his outstanding contributions to scientific research and innovation. His remarkable achievements include over 800 peer-reviewed scientific publications, 76 patents, and numerous awards recognizing his commitment to advancing science and sustainability.

Born in Charleroi, Belgium, in 1965, Professor Dubois has dedicated his career to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of synthetic chemistry and materials engineering. His groundbreaking research into bioplastics and renewable bioresources has revolutionized the field, leading to significant advancements in eco-friendly materials and processes.

In addition to his distinguished academic career, Professor Dubois has held various leadership roles at the University of Mons, where he currently serves as President and Rector. His vision for the university prioritizes academic excellence, international collaboration, and the well-being of students, faculty, and researchers.

The University of Montpellier’s decision to confer the title of Doctor Honoris Causa upon Professor Dubois reflects his profound impact on the scientific community and his dedication to advancing knowledge and innovation.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Professor Philippe Dubois on this well-deserved honor and look forward to his continued contributions to the field of science.

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This news article serves as a testament to Professor Dubois’s remarkable achievements and underscores EurASc’s commitment to recognizing excellence in science and innovation.

Rodrigo Martins recognized as a Distinguished Scientist

Admin EurASc News, Prizes and Awards February 19, 2024June 4, 2024

We’re thrilled to announce that Professor Rodrigo Martins has been recognized as CAS PIFI’s ( President’s International Fellowship Iniciative) Distinguished Scientist, joining an esteemed group of professionals dedicated to advancing research excellence.

Even more exciting, this honor has paved the way for the establishment of a new research network in China with CAS. We’re look forward to the upcoming ceremony scheduled for June.

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Ernest Solvay Prize 2024 awarded to Professor Omar M. Yaghi

Admin EurASc Eurasc, Homepage, Members, News, Prizes and Awards February 8, 2024February 8, 2024

The European Academy of Sciences (EurASc) is proud to announce that our esteemed member, Professor Omar M. Yaghi, has been honored with the 2024 Ernest Solvay Prize. This recognition underscores his pioneering contributions to reticular chemistry, a field dedicated to constructing chemical structures from molecular building blocks.

Reticular chemistry holds immense promise for the future, with applications ranging from CO2 capture and hydrogen storage to water harvesting and gas purification.

**About Professor Omar M. Yaghi:**
Professor Yaghi, holding the James and Neeltje Tretter Chair Professorship in Chemistry at the University of California, Berkeley, has been an integral part of EurASc since 2018. His groundbreaking work has significantly advanced the understanding and application of reticular chemistry, contributing to the scientific community’s pursuit of innovative solutions.

**Award Ceremony Details:**
The award ceremony for the Ernest Solvay Prize by Syensqo is scheduled to take place at the Palais des Académies in Brussels on March 19, 2024. [Register HERE]

Join us in congratulating Prof. Omar M. Yaghi on this well-deserved recognition, showcasing the exceptional caliber of our EurASc members and their impactful contributions to the scientific community.

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Call for Nominations: Blaise Pascal Medals and Leonardo da Vinci Award 2024

Admin EurASc Eurasc, Homepage, Members, News, Prizes and Awards, Uncategorized January 10, 2024January 18, 2024

Dear Academicians,

We are pleased to invite you to nominate candidates for the prestigious Blaise Pascal Medals and the esteemed Leonardo da Vinci Award. Your nominations can include members of the European Academy of Sciences or non-members who have made outstanding contributions to their respective fields.

🏅 **Blaise Pascal Medal** 🏅
– Nominations must be submitted before January 15th (*extended deadline: February 29th).
– Up to 8 Blaise Pascal Medals can be awarded, following careful selection within the scientific committee of each division and final approval by the General Board.

🏆 **Leonardo Da Vinci Award** 🏆
– Nominations must be submitted before February 29th.
– The Leonardo da Vinci Award is a singular honor, with the recipient selected by the presidium based on propositions from different divisions.

Your participation in this nomination process is vital, and we encourage you to recognize those who have demonstrated exceptional contributions to science and technology.

All information about nominations: HERE

Catherine Llorens-Cortes awarded with The Medal for Applications of Science 2023

Admin EurASc Homepage, Members, News, Prizes and Awards December 14, 2023December 15, 2023

Catherine Llorens-Cortes Receives Prestigious Medal for Applications of Science 2023 from the French Academy of Sciences

We are delighted to announce that Catherine Llorens-Cortes, a distinguished member of the European Academy of Sciences (EurASc), has been awarded the Medal for Applications of Science 2023 by the French Academy of Sciences. This esteemed recognition is a testament to her exceptional contributions in the field of neuropharmacology.

For over two decades, Catherine Llorens-Cortes served as the Director of the Central Laboratory of Neuropeptides and Water and Cardiovascular Regulations at the Collège de France (Inserm U691). In 2011, her laboratory integrated into the Interdisciplinary Center for Research in Biology at CDF (Inserm U1050/CNRS 7241), solidifying her legacy of research and leadership.

Catherine’s groundbreaking work has led to the identification of novel therapeutic targets for conditions such as arterial hypertension, heart failure, and hyponatremia. These discoveries have not only advanced scientific understanding but have also paved the way for the development of various therapeutically relevant molecules.

One standout achievement is Firibastat, the first aminopeptidase A inhibitor to penetrate the brain. This innovative compound has demonstrated the ability to normalize blood pressure in various experimental hypertension models and improve cardiac function in a post-myocardial infarction heart failure model.

Clinical trials post-myocardial infarction have shown that Firibastat prevents left ventricular dysfunction with good blood pressure tolerance, showcasing the practical implications of Catherine Llorens-Cortes’s research in healthcare.

Her discovery of metabolically stable analogs of apelin, such as LIT01-196, suggests a novel approach for treating hyponatremia. Activation of the apelin receptor by this compound represents a promising avenue for addressing this condition.

EurASc takes immense pride in Catherine Llorens-Cortes’s well-deserved recognition. Her exceptional contributions to science and technology align perfectly with the mission of EurASc, and we are honored to have her as a distinguished member.

As we celebrate this achievement, we look forward to witnessing the continued impact of Catherine Llorens-Cortes’s groundbreaking research on the future of therapeutics and healthcare.

For more information about Catherine Llorens-Cortes and her contributions, please visit: https://www.college-de-france.fr/fr/actualites/catherine-llorens-cortes-laureate-2023-de-la-medaille-des-applications-des-sciences

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Ferenc Krausz and Anne L’Huillier – 2023 Physics Nobel Prize laureates

Admin EurASc Homepage, Members, News, Prizes and Awards October 3, 2023October 3, 2023

The European Academy of Sciences is thrilled to share that two of its members, Ferenc Krausz and Anne L’Huillier, have been named among the 2023 Nobel Laureates in Physics for their groundbreaking work in generating attosecond pulses of light for the study of electron dynamics in matter.

Additionally, Pierre Agostini was also honored for his contributions to this field.

We are proud to have such innovative and accomplished individuals among our membership.

Congratulations to all three on this well-deserved recognition!

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The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics to Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz and Anne L’Huillier “for experimental methods that generate attosecond pulses of light for the study of electron dynamics in matter.”

The 2023 Nobel Prize laureates in physics are being recognised for their experiments, which have given humanity new tools for exploring the world of electrons inside atoms and molecules. Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz and Anne L’Huillier have demonstrated a way to create extremely short pulses of light that can be used to measure the rapid processes in which electrons move or change energy.

The laureates’ contributions have enabled the investigation of processes that are so rapid they were previously impossible to follow.

There are potential applications in many different areas. In electronics, for example, it is important to understand and control how electrons behave in a material. Attosecond pulses can also be used to identify different molecules, such as in medical diagnostics.

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Clifford Paterson Medal and Lecture – Winner 2024

Admin EurASc Homepage, Members, News, Prizes and Awards September 1, 2023September 1, 2023Members

Professor Mohan Edirisinghe OBE, FREng, University College London awarded by The Royal Society with Clifford Paterson Medal and Lecture 2024 for seminal research in engineering science of making small structures from soft matter in novel scalable ways, creating new frontiers in functional applications causing major advances in manufacturing and healthcare.

The Clifford Paterson Medal and Lecture is given for outstanding contributions in the field of engineering. The lectureship was originally endowed by The General Electric Company in memory of Clifford Paterson FRS, who founded the GEC Research Laboratories in 1919. Originally the lectures were given on electrical science and technology but this was later broadened to any aspect of engineering. The first lecture was given in 1975. The medal is of bronze, is awarded biennially and is accompanied by a gift of £2,000.

Source and Information: https://royalsociety.org/grants-schemes-awards/awards/clifford-paterson-lecture/

Professor Rodrigo Martins honoured with the degree of Honorary Professor

Admin EurASc Homepage, News, Prizes and Awards August 14, 2023August 14, 2023Materials Science Division, Members

Rodrigo Martins, President of EurASc, full professor and researcher at the Department of Materials Science at NOVA FCT, was recently honoured with the degree of Honorary Professor by Wuhan Technical University (China) and the Hefei Institute of Physical Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

These two institutions are among the most prestigious in China. The Institute of Materials at Wuham University is the best in the field of materials among the 4500 institutes in the country and the fifth best institute in China. The Hefei Institute of Physical Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Sciences is considered the second best in all of China in the field of Sciences.

This distinction recognises the academic and research merit of the professor, who has published more than 700 papers during his career and has won more than 14 international and national awards and distinctions for his work over the past 10 years.

In addition to being a professor at NOVA FCT, Rodrigo Martins is Director of the Centre of Excellence in Microelectronics and Optoelectronic Processes of the Institute for the Development of New Technologies (CEMOP/UNINOVA) and President of the European Academy of Sciences (EurASc) and past President of the International Union of Materials Research Societies (IUMRS).