Alejandro Orfila, IMEDEA researcher nominated as "Mary Shepard B. Upson Visiting Professor" at Cornell University.

Our colleague Alejandro Orfila has been nominated as "Mary Shepard B. Upson Visiting Professor" at Cornell University.

The Mary Shepard B. Upson Visiting Professor Program at Cornell University is a program that provides the opportunity for distinguished scholars and leaders in their fields of study to teach and interact with the Cornell academic community. Established in honor of Mary Shepard B. Upson, a noted philanthropist and higher education advocate, the program allows visiting professors to share their expertise and knowledge with students and colleagues at Cornell.

Mary Shepard B. Upson Visiting Professors are typically selected for their academic excellence and significant contributions in their respective areas of expertise. During their time at Cornell, they teach classes, collaborate on research, and participate in academic activities to enrich students' educational experience and strengthen the university's academic community.

The program provides an invaluable opportunity for the exchange of ideas and perspectives between leading professionals and the Cornell University community, thereby enriching the educational environment and fostering academic excellence.

This nomination is a testament to his academic excellence and significant contributions to the field of research.

From here we want to congratulate you for this recognition of your work.