This may not seem like a big deal at first glance, but consider this: 1) Academia Europaea is a highly select organization that strives to advance and propagate excellence in scholarship. 2) Its members include over 80 Nobel laureates (!) as well as experienced, well-established scientists and scholars selected for membership based on their contributions to their fields. 3) Academia Europaea maintains close relationships with organizations and public bodies that include the European Comission, UNESCO, and the European Research Council.
Getting recommended for membership and passing through the expert committee’s rigorous evaluation of one’s career and scientific presence is
-BIG-!
Massive, heartfelt congratulations to our leader, Professor Kai Kaarniranta, from our whole team!
Link to the news article: https://www.uef.fi/fi/artikkeli/silmatautiopin-professori-kai-kaarniranta-on-kutsuttu-academia-europaean-jaseneksi
