Scientific director prof. Bert Weckhuysen receives 2023 Chemistry Europe Award!

We congratulate our scientific director prof. Bert Weckhuysen with receiving the 2023 Chemistry Europe Award!

Chemistry Europe: “Bert Weckhuysen is a true pioneer and world-leading expert in the study of heterogeneous catalysts. The innovative character, the scientific depth, but also the broad impact of his work are remarkable.”

The Chemistry Europe Award recognizes outstanding contributions to chemistry. The award is presented every two years and focuses on a specific topic each time. The theme for 2023 is Chemistry for Sustainability, Energy, Materials, Environment. The award includes prize money of EUR 10,000 and a certificate.

The award ceremony will be held in August, during the 49th IUPAC World Chemistry Congress (IUPAC|CHAINS2023) in The Hague, The Netherlands. Bert Weckhuysen will receive the award and give a lecture.