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Lutz Gade, the chemist with an eye for aesthetics

As Chair of Inorganic Chemistry at Heidelberg University and Director of the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry, Lutz Gade has acquired world-renowned expertise in his field over the years. In addition to his academic career, he was awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Montpellier in February 2025 for his commitment to cooperation between the University of Heidelberg and the University of Montpellier.

Armand Soldera: a man of conviction

Dean of the Faculty of Science at the University of Sherbrooke in Quebec (Canada), Armand Soldera has been awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Montpellier. A well-deserved honor for this Professor chemistry, who is as committed as he is adept at forging lasting ties with the University of Montpellier and its constituent parts, including Polytech Montpellier.

Jean-Yves Winum: a pure local product with global appeal

A professor at the Max Mousseron Institute of Biomolecules at the University of Montpellier, chemist Jean-Yves Winum designs and synthesizes enzyme inhibitors for carbonic anhydrases, an interesting target for cancer treatments and against various pathogens. His career has been recognized with the Michel Delalande Prize from the French National Academy of Pharmacy.

Catherine Alix-Panabières: A Highly Mobile Researcher (CTC)

Catherine Alix-Panabières is one of the world's leading experts on circulating tumor cells (CTCs) and liquid biopsies. The originator of the term, the professor of oncology at the University of Montpellier and director of the Rare Human Circulating Cells and Liquid Biopsy Laboratory (LCCRH) has initiated numerous research projects on cancer biomarkers present in the blood, with therapeutic prospects to boot.

Katerina Ioannidou: From soft physics to concrete applications

A researcher at the Laboratory of Mechanics and Civil Engineering (LMGC) in Montpellier, Katerina Ioannidou was awarded the CNRS bronze medal in 2024 for her work in statistical physics on porous concrete. Her research contributes to the design of materials capable of storing energy and sequestering carbon.

Joan Guàrdia i Olmos: teaching at the heart of Europe

Awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Montpellier, Joan Guàrdia i Olmo is a professor of behavioral science methodology at the Faculty of Psychology at the University of Barcelona (UB). Since 2020, he has also been its rector. He is committed to promoting a Europe of education and research based on shared values.