Prizes and Awards – European Academy of Sciences

Prof. Jean-Pierre Gattuso Appointed Knight of the Legion of Honour (France)

Admin EurASc Homepage, Members, Prizes and Awards January 25, 2026January 29, 2026

The European Academy of Sciences is pleased to announce that Prof. Jean-Pierre Gattuso, Fellow of EurASc and recipient of the Blaise Pascal Medal in Earth and Environmental Sciences (2014), has been awarded the insignia of Knight of the Legion of Honour, France’s highest national distinction, in recognition of service to the Nation.

Prof. Gattuso is Senior Research Scientist Emeritus at the CNRS, with affiliations to Sorbonne University and IDDRI, and is internationally recognised for his outstanding contributions to oceanography, particularly at the interface of ocean, climate, and ocean-based solutions to global environmental challenges.

In accepting this distinction, Prof. Gattuso highlighted his long-standing commitment to advancing ocean science within the CNRS and acknowledged the collective contributions of his colleagues, students, academic institutions, and family. He also expressed particular gratitude to representatives of the CNRS, local authorities, and scientific partners who accompanied this recognition.

The European Academy of Sciences warmly congratulates Prof. Jean-Pierre Gattuso on this exceptional honour, which further recognises a career of scientific excellence and sustained service to society.

Prof. Yarub Al-Douri Awarded the NCPD International Prize 2025

Admin EurASc Homepage, News, Prizes and Awards January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

The European Academy of Sciences is pleased to announce that Prof. Yarub Al-Douri, Fellow of EurASc, has been awarded the NCPD International Prize 2025, conferred by Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Palms and Dates (NCPD).

The NCPD International Prize is a global distinction recognising outstanding innovation, scientific research, and technological excellence in the palm and date sector. The award aims to promote sustainability, food security, and technological advancement, honouring researchers and institutions whose work contributes significantly to the development of this strategic field.

Prof. Al-Douri is an internationally recognised materials scientist and nanotechnology expert, whose research spans nanotechnology, renewable energy, nanoelectronics, nanomaterials, semiconductors, modelling and simulation, and optical studies. He has held academic and research appointments across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, and has played a key role in the establishment of advanced academic programmes and research laboratories in nanotechnology.

In addition to the NCPD International Prize 2025, Prof. Al-Douri is also the recipient of the Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation 2024, and a Fellow of the Islamic World Academy of Sciences. His scientific output includes more than 960 publications, extensive international collaborations, and leadership roles in several high-impact scientific journals.

The European Academy of Sciences warmly congratulates Prof. Yarub Al-Douri on this further distinguished international recognition.

Prof. Federico Rosei Appointed Officer of the Order of Canada

Admin EurASc Homepage, News, Prizes and Awards January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

The European Academy of Sciences is delighted to announce that Prof. Federico Rosei, Head of the Materials Science Division at EurASc, has been appointed Officer of the Order of Canada (O.C.) in the 2025 Canadian Honours list. This prestigious recognition is one of the highest honours in the Canadian Honours System, celebrating extraordinary and sustained contributions to society and the nation.

Prof. Rosei is an internationally recognised nanotechnology and materials science specialist, whose seminal, prolific and impactful research has advanced the frontiers of materials engineering and energy science. His work has enabled practical applications and improvements in key technological domains such as solar and renewable energy, contributing to scientific innovation with broad societal relevance.

In addition to his research excellence, Prof. Rosei has served in leadership roles within academic and professional associations, advocating for the advancement of science on a global scale.

The Order of Canada acknowledges individuals whose achievements have enriched the lives of others and helped shape Canada’s national identity. Prof. Rosei’s appointment as an Officer reflects his exceptional contributions to science and innovation, and the esteem in which his work is held by the international community.

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The Academy offers its warmest congratulations to Prof. Rosei on this well-deserved honour.

Prof. Gary J. Schrobilgen Awarded the 2024 International Henri Moissan Prize

Admin EurASc Homepage, News, Prizes and Awards January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

The European Academy of Sciences is pleased to announce that Prof. Gary J. Schrobilgen, Fellow of EurASc, has been awarded the International Henri Moissan Prize 2024, one of the highest international distinctions in the field of fluorine chemistry.

The International Henri Moissan Prize, awarded every three years by the Fondation de la Maison de la Chimie, recognises a scientist of international standing for outstanding and sustained contributions to fluorine chemistry and fluorinated compounds. Established in 1986 to commemorate the centenary of Henri Moissan’s isolation of elemental fluorine — a discovery that led to the first Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded to a French scientist — the prize is widely regarded as the most prestigious distinction in this specialised field.

Prof. Schrobilgen, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry at McMaster University (Canada), is recognised for his seminal work in inorganic fluorine chemistry, including noble-gas chemistry, main-group and transition-metal fluorine chemistry, and radiochemistry. His research has had significant applications in areas such as nuclear energy production, photovoltaic and semiconductor materials, advanced rocket propellants, refrigerants, microelectronics, as well as medical imaging and radiopharmaceutical development.

The award ceremony took place on 5 November 2025 at the Fondation de la Maison de la Chimie in Paris, following a postponement from 2024 due to scheduling disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Moissan Medal was presented during a dedicated scientific symposium organised for this occasion.

The European Academy of Sciences warmly congratulates Prof. Gary J. Schrobilgen on this distinguished international recognition.

Prof. Aldo R. Boccaccini receives the George Winter Award 2025 of the European Society for Biomaterials

Admin EurASc Members, News, Prizes and Awards October 15, 2025January 8, 2026

The European Academy of Sciences (EurASc) is proud to congratulate Prof. Aldo R. Boccaccini, Fellow of the Academy and Head of the Institute of Biomaterials at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), on receiving once again the prestigious George Winter Award 2025 from the European Society for Biomaterials (ESB).

The George Winter Award is one of the most highly regarded distinctions in the field of biomaterials. Established by the ESB, it honours outstanding contributions that advance knowledge in biomaterials science through basic, experimental, and clinical research. The 2025 award was presented at the ESB Annual Conference, held in Turin, Italy, from 7–11 September 2025.

Upon receiving the award, Prof. Boccaccini expressed his appreciation:

“I am deeply honored and grateful to the European Society for Biomaterials for the George Winter Award, which I accept on behalf of all current and former members of my research group, as well as the many collaborators from around the world who have worked with us over the years.”

This recognition highlights the excellence and global impact of Prof. Boccaccini’s work, as well as the important contributions of his research team and international collaborators to the biomaterials community.

EurASc warmly congratulates Prof. Aldo R. Boccaccini on this exceptional honour, reaffirming his leading role in shaping the field of biomaterials science.

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EurASc President receives China’s highest distinction for foreign experts

Admin EurASc Eurasc, Members, News, Prizes and Awards, Spotlight October 9, 2025January 8, 2026

The Chinese Government Friendship Award is the highest honour bestowed by the People’s Republic of China on foreign experts who have made exceptional contributions to the country’s economic, social, and scientific development.

The 2025 awards ceremony took place on 30 September 2025 at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, under the auspices of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs). The event was attended by senior members of the Chinese government, including ministers, vice-ministers, and representatives of national institutions, coinciding with China’s National Day celebrations.

This year, 50 foreign experts from 27 countries were recognised with the Friendship Award for their outstanding achievements across diverse fields — including science, technology, politics, and industry. Among the honourees, only four academicians were selected for their exceptional contributions to science and technology.

Among the distinguished recipients, the European Academy of Sciences (EurASc) is proud to highlight Prof. Rodrigo Ferrão de Paiva Martins, President of EurASc, Coordinator of i3N, Full Professor at NOVA School of Science and Technology (NOVA FCT) and coordinator of the Association NANOMAT . His recognition represents a historic moment for Portugal and for European science.

Prof. Martins was joined by other eminent figures from the global scientific community, including Prof. Donald Dingwell, President of the Academia Europaea and member of SAPEA (Science Advice for Policy by European Academies), and Prof. Rui Martins, Vice-Rector of the University of Macau.

In addition to receiving the award, Prof. Rodrigo Martins was invited to deliver a speech on behalf of the international science and technology community, addressing collaboration, innovation, and the role of science in fostering mutual understanding and sustainable progress.

The ceremony concluded with a state banquet hosted by H.E. President Xi Jinping, attended by the Prime Minister of China, members of the diplomatic corps, and over 3,000 guests, celebrating international cooperation and shared humankind social, scientific and technology values.

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EurASc warmly congratulates Prof. Rodrigo Martins on this remarkable international recognition, which honours not only his lifelong contributions to science and technology but also the Academy’s mission to foster excellence and global collaboration for the benefit of society.

Prof. Omar M. Yaghi awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Admin EurASc Eurasc, Homepage, Members, News, Prizes and Awards, Spotlight October 8, 2025October 8, 2025

The European Academy of Sciences (EurASc) is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of Prof. Omar M. Yaghi, Fellow of the Academy, who has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences.

Prof. Yaghi, Professor of Chemistry at the University of California, Berkeley (USA), shares the Nobel Prize with Prof. Susumu Kitagawa (Kyoto University, Japan) and Prof. Richard Robson (University of Melbourne, Australia)for their development of metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) — a revolutionary class of crystalline materials that combine metal ions with organic molecules to form porous structures with extraordinary versatility.

These molecular architectures, described by the Nobel Committee as “rooms for chemistry”, enable gases and other substances to flow through interconnected cavities. Their design allows scientists to capture carbon dioxide, harvest water from desert air, store toxic gases, and catalyse chemical reactions — creating a new generation of functional materials with applications in energy, environment, and sustainable technology.

The Nobel Committee highlighted that this discovery has “brought previously unforeseen opportunities for custom-made materials with new functions”, underscoring the transformative impact of Prof. Yaghi’s work on modern chemistry and materials science.

Prof. Yaghi, born in Amman (Jordan) and holding a PhD from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (1990), is internationally recognised as one of the founders of reticular chemistry, which has reshaped the way scientists design materials at the molecular level. His long-standing contributions continue to influence research across chemistry, physics, and engineering, inspiring global collaborations — including within the EurASc community.

EurASc warmly congratulates Prof. Omar M. Yaghi on this historic and well-deserved recognition, which honours his visionary leadership and lifelong dedication to advancing science for the benefit of society.

🔗 Read the official Nobel Prize press release: Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences – Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025

Paolo Samorì awarded the 2025 Amedeo Avogadro Medal

Admin EurASc Eurasc, Homepage, Members, News, Prizes and Awards, Spotlight October 3, 2025October 3, 2025

The European Academy of Sciences warmly congratulates Prof. Paolo Samorì, Officer of the Materials Science Division of EurASc, on receiving the prestigious 2025 Amedeo Avogadro Medal.

The award, conferred jointly by the Italian Chemical Society (SCI), the CNR Department of Chemical Sciences and Materials Technologies, and the Accademia Nazionale delle Scienze detta dei XL, honours Prof. Samorì’s outstanding contributions to nanoscience and functional nanomaterials. His research spans graphene, two-dimensional materials, and supramolecular systems with applications in optoelectronics, energy, and sensing.

Prof. Samorì is Distinguished Professor of Chemistry at the Université de Strasbourg, Director of the Institut de Science et d’Ingénierie Supramoléculaires (ISIS), and Head of the Nanochemistry Laboratory. He is internationally recognised as a leading scientist, with over 510 publications, 27,800 citations, and an h-index of 84.

The award ceremony will take place on 27 November 2025 in Rome during the 6th edition of the Avogadro Colloquia, dedicated this year to the theme “Chemistry for a Better Life: Solutions to Health Challenges.”

Prof. Samorì’s career is marked by numerous international distinctions, including the CNRS Silver Medal (2012), the RSC Surfaces and Interfaces Award (2018), the Blaise Pascal Medal in Materials Science (2018), and the IUMRS-ICEM Mid-career Researcher Award (2024), among others.

We are proud to celebrate this new recognition of one of EurASc’s Fellows and Officers, whose work continues to advance scientific excellence and innovation worldwide.

🔗 More information – Società Chimica Italiana

Federico Rosei elected Fellow of ATSE

Admin EurASc Members, News, Prizes and Awards September 25, 2025January 8, 2026

The European Academy of Sciences is delighted to announce that Prof. Federico Rosei, Head of the Materials Science Division of EurASc, has been elected Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE).

The election of Prof. Rosei recognises his pioneering contributions in the field of nanomaterials and his international leadership in advancing research and innovation. ATSE’s Class of 2025 brings together 35 outstanding scientists and engineers, representing the forefront of technological advancement and applied science worldwide.

This distinction further highlights Prof. Rosei’s achievements as a leading scientist of global reputation, and we are proud to celebrate this recognition with him.

The official announcement by ATSE can be accessed here: ATSE Fellows 2025 Announcement

Francesco Stellacci awarded ERC Advanced Grant 2025

Admin EurASc Homepage, News, Prizes and Awards August 25, 2025August 26, 2025

The European Academy of Sciences is delighted to announce that Prof. Francesco Stellacci, Fellow of the Materials Science Division, has been awarded a highly prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grant 2025 – Call 2024.

Based at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Prof. Stellacci is internationally recognised for his pioneering contributions to nanoscience and materials innovation. His ERC-funded project, ProteISM – Engineering Protein Interactions Using Small Molecules, aims to develop transformative approaches to controlling protein interactions. This ambitious research promises to deliver fundamental insights with far-reaching implications for medicine, biotechnology, and materials science.

The ERC Advanced Grants are among the most competitive funding schemes in Europe, supporting established researchers with exceptional track records to pursue bold, curiosity-driven projects at the frontiers of knowledge. Prof. Stellacci’s success highlights the excellence, creativity, and global impact of the EurASc community.

The Academy warmly congratulates Prof. Stellacci for this outstanding recognition and looks forward to following the advances that his groundbreaking research will generate.

Learn more about the ERC Advanced Grants results: ERC Press Release

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