Eduardo Belda, who leads the marine megafauna conservation research line at the Research Institute for Integrated Coastal Zone Management, is vying for the award in the Media Impact category. Meanwhile, Javier Palanca, a national reference in scientific dissemination on artificial intelligence and computing, is nominated in the Scientific Dissemination category. Palanca also directs the UPV Computer Science Museum, from where he works to bring technological evolution closer to audiences of all ages through guided tours and other educational activities.
The Universitat Politècnica de València organizes these awards to recognize and value the research, dissemination, and knowledge transfer activities of its research staff. This year's six categories include the Award for Excellent Research Impact, Award for Excellent Research Publication, Award for Excellent Research Career, Award for Research Media Impact, Award for Scientific Dissemination, and Award for Knowledge Transfer.
The winners will be announced on Tuesday, November 10th, at 5 PM, during a gala to be held in the auditorium of the Nexus building on the Vera Campus. Attendance is free but requires prior registration via a link provided by the university, as places are limited.
