Elvira Fortunato, professor at the Department of Materials Science and researcher at CENIMAT, at NOVA FCT, continues to accumulate distinctions. For the fifth consecutive year, the scientist was elected ‘Trusted Personality in the area of Research and Science’ by readers of Reader’s Digest Selections.
This recognition is the result of the Trusted Brands study, carried out annually since 2001, which seeks to give consumers a voice through open questions, allowing them to spontaneously identify the brands they trust most. “It is with great pride, but also with deep gratitude, that I receive, for the fifth consecutive year, the recognition of the Portuguese people as a trustworthy personality in the field of research and science. This award strengthens my commitment to science for all and by all,” says Elvira Fortunato.
The distinction reinforces the professor’s impact on scientific dissemination and public perception of the importance of science for social progress.
Elvira Fortunato joins a group of personalities recognized by readers, such as António Costa (Politics), José Rodrigues dos Santos (Literature and Journalism) and Eduardo Barroso (Medicine). Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa stands out as the most voted personality in the last 25 years.