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IQTC researcher Carme Rovira receives the 2025 Enrique Moles National Prize


The Pedralbes Royal Palace recently hosted the 2025 National Research Awards, Spain’s most prestigious scientific honors. The ceremony was presided over by King Felipe VI and marked a significant milestone for the scientific community, showcasing high-impact research and a historic step forward for gender equality in science.

The Minister of Science, Innovation and Universities, Diana Morant, highlighted the “historic” nature of this edition, which saw a major increase in recognition for both women and early-career researchers.

  • A Milestone in Chemistry: In a historic first for these awards, a woman—María del Carme Rovira Virgili—was honored with the ‘Enrique Moles’ National Prize in Chemical Science and Technology.
  • Barcelona as a Scientific Hub: With 50% of the awardees based in Catalan research institutions, the event reinforced the city’s position as a leading R&D ecosystem.
  • Future Generations: The ceremony also celebrated the National Research Awards for Young People (under 40), ensuring a bright future for top-tier innovation.
  • Social Impact: From genome integrity and biomaterials to human origins, the awarded projects directly tackle today’s global challenges.

Carme Rovira Honored with the 2025 Enrique Moles National Research Award

For more information: Full News Article – Ministry of Science, Innovation, and Universities