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Joan Guàrdia i Olmos: Education at the Heart of Europe

Joan Guàrdia i Olmo, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Montpellier, is a professor of behavioral science methodology in the Department of Psychology at the University of Barcelona (UB). Since 2020, he has also served as the university’s rector. He is committed to promoting a Europe of education and research based on shared values.

Anne Charmantier: Studying Titmice

As the lead researcher on a long-term study of chickadees, Anne Charmantier focuses on how these passerines are adapting to climate change and urban environments. A research director in evolutionary ecology at CEFE, she is a 2024 CNRS Silver Medalist.

Philippe Dubois: Focusing on Green Chemistry

An advocate for green and responsible chemistry, Professor Philippe Dubois is an internationally renowned researcher in chemistry and materials science, particularly for his cutting-edge research on bioplastics. These innovative processes have led to numerous patented applications in industry, highlighting the essential role of chemistry in the ecological transition. As President and Rector of the University of Mons (UMons), located in French-speaking Belgium, he places equal importance on his institution’s international reputation and the well-being of its students, faculty, and researchers. He was awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Montpellier on January 31, 2024.

Milena Dragicevic Sesic: A Peaceful Struggle for Culture

It was a remarkable individual who received an honorary doctorate from the University of Montpellier in late December 2023. A leading Serbian scholar deeply committed to advancing research in her field of expertise, Milena Dragićević Šešić has helped develop cultural policy studies worldwide, notably through the UNESCO Chair she has held since 2004.