The Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ (Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ) is pleased to announce that Prof. Francesco Bonomi, nominated by the (SIB), is the recipient of the 2026 Israel Pecht Award.
The Israel Pecht Award – Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ Recognition Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Biomolecular Sciences Community – recognises individuals whose exceptional dedication, leadership, and service have significantly strengthened their Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ Constituent Society and contributed to the broader Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ community. The award reflects Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ’s commitment to celebrating those who actively shape and support the biomolecular sciences landscape across Europe and beyond. The selection is made from nominations submitted by Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ Constituent Societies, highlighting the strength and diversity of contributions across the Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ network.
Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ warmly congratulates Prof. Bonomi on this well-deserved recognition, and thanks him for his outstanding contributions to the biomolecular sciences community. His long-standing commitment, leadership, and active involvement in Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ-related activities have played an important role in fostering collaboration, advancing scientific exchange, and supporting the development of the community.
Through his dedication and continued engagement, Prof. Bonomi exemplifies the values and mission of Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ, contributing not only to scientific excellence but also to the strengthening of networks and initiatives that benefit researchers across generations.
The award will be formally presented during the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ Congress, which will take place in Maastricht, the Netherlands, on 4 July 2026.
Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ extends its sincere appreciation to all nominees for their valuable contributions to their respective national societies, to Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ, and to the broader molecular life sciences community.
