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[LUM#21] Heat waves in cold forests

, LUM Magazine

February , 2024

While large fires have ravaged millions of hectares of forest in recent years...

[LUM#21] The Call of the Wild

LUM

February , 2024

Tropical, boreal, or temperate, forests cover 31% of the land on our planet.

Philippe Dubois: under the banner of 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. His 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 attaches as much importance to the international reputation of his institution as to the well-being of its students, teachers, and researchers. He was awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Montpellier on January 31, 2024.