The Laureates

Economist and Lecturer at Bocconi University of Milan.

«For his unceasing scientific research in the field of economics, which has resulted in over 50 monographs and a vast number of articles and academic papers. Professor Luigi Guatri is unanimously regarded as one of the most authoritative scholars in the field of business economics. His scientific contributions stand out not only for their in-depth analysis of the topics but also for their contribution to the overall development of business economics theory.»

Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at Piacenza Cattolica University.

«For his scientific work, documented in over 500 publications, aimed at understanding the dynamics of nutrient utilisation, including in relation to the presence of anti-nutritional factors and the quality and safety of products. These topics have been addressed by Prof. Gianfranco Piva with foresight, adopting an innovative approach that prioritises animal welfare and environmental protection.»

Surgeon and Rector of the University of Insubria.

«In recognition of his qualities as a researcher and clinician, demonstrated by over 700 papers – both his own and those of his research group – published in the most prestigious international journals. Professor Renzo Dionigi’s commitment as a cultural promoter is evidenced by the creative energy he poured into the establishment of the University of Varese and as the author of historical and sociological studies on the rich heritage of Insubria.»

Economist and Lecturer in political economy at the University of Florence.

«For his original contribution to the advancement of Italian economic science, through the integration of economic analysis with that of society as a whole. Professor Becattini has achieved particularly innovative results both in the revival and development of key elements of Marshall’s theoretical framework – particularly in the field of economic development theory – and in the analysis of industrial districts, understood as laboratories that shed light on the complexity of the relationships between the economy and society in modern European capitalism, with particular reference to the Italian context (the ‘Made in Italy’ economy).»

Full Professor of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy at the University of Bologna.

«For his decisive contribution to the assessment of the toxicological risk from environmental pollutants. By proposing an innovative approach to the integrated study of the mechanisms of toxic action of various food contaminants, Prof. Cantelli Forti has highlighted how human exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, such as pesticides, herbicides and natural toxins, can occur at various levels of the food chain. He has demonstrated that it is only by addressing the food chain that the health and wellbeing of humans and animals can be promoted and maintained.»

Professor of Haematology at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University in Milan.

«For conducting pioneering studies in the field of gene transfer and gene therapy, which have made a decisive contribution to the development of gene therapy strategies for the treatment of congenital conditions such as immunodeficiency diseases. The group founded and directed by Prof. Bordignon is also a world-leading centre of excellence not only in the field of gene therapy, but also in experimental haematology, bone marrow transplantation and the study of neoplasms.»

Full Professor of Demography at the University of Florence.

«For his decisive contributions to the area where social studies intersect, namely demography as understood in the modern sense. Livi Bacci stands out decisively as the most eminent Italian scholar and one of the best-known in the world for tackling challenging social, economic and development issues with great rigour and clarity of exposition.»

Former Professor of Plant Physiology and Molecular Biology at the University of Milan.

«In recognition of his outstanding scientific work, in which he has addressed, often using innovative methodologies, fundamental issues relating to plant growth and differentiation, thereby enhancing our understanding of the processes that influence agricultural production.»

Professor of Internal Medicine, Head of the Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Milan and Head of the Department of Internal Medicine at San Gerardo Hospital in Monza.

«One of the most eminent figures in the study of the pathophysiology of the cardiovascular system and its clinical applications. His scientific output, characterised by considerable originality and breadth, has been published in the most prestigious international journals and has been cited over seven thousand times.»

Professor Emeritus at Sapienza University of Rome.

«In recognition of his scientific contributions, which link the tradition of the great Italian school of financial science to the most advanced international thinking in the field of fiscal policy.»

Full Professor of Unit Operations in Food Technology at Milan Statale University.

«For his research in the fields of food technology and self-monitoring systems for food hygiene, and for his contribution to the dissemination of knowledge in these sectors.»

Professor of General Pathology in the Department of Experimental Medicine at the University of Genoa.

«For his contribution to modern immunology, in which he is regarded as one of the leading authorities. The researcher’s most significant achievements include new methods for the separation of various classes of lymphocytes and the discovery of the NK (natural killer) lymphocyte class.»

Professor of Strategy and Business Policy at Bocconi University of Milan.

«For his fundamental contribution to the renewal of business studies, integrating the Italian tradition with new perspectives in the fields of organisational studies and strategic management, and for his ongoing research into the factors which link the economic rationality of businesses to ethical and social values in a complex society, thereby giving them meaning and legitimacy.»

Lecturer in Paediatric Clinical Practice at Milan Statale University.

«For his decisive scientific contributions on the fundamental role of breast milk in the physical and mental growth of infants and in the prevention of diseases in both children and adults, and for the promotion of breastfeeding.»

Professor Emeritus of Medical Pharmacology at Sapienza University of Rome.

«For pursuing, with an original method and a unified vision, systematic studies which, through the characterisation of 5-hydroxytryptamine, biogenic amines and numerous neuropeptides, have opened up fields that have proved to be of fundamental importance in the development of the biological sciences and of both basic and applied pharmacology.»

Professor Emeritus at the Faculty of Economics, University of Ancona.

«For the originality and depth of his studies, through which he has enriched economic analysis with qualitative assessments drawn from other social sciences and has outlined the most comprehensive interpretative framework currently available on post-war Italian development.»

Professor of Animal Genetic Improvement in Livestock Production at the University of Naples.

«For his significant contributions to the refinement of innovative biotechnologies, aimed both at improving the reproductive efficiency of beef and dairy cattle and at protecting endangered genetic breeds and maintaining a high level of biodiversity.»

Director of the Institute of Cardiology at Rome Unversità Cattolica del Sacro Cuore.

«For his ground-breaking research in the field of cardiology, through which he has succeeded in identifying a reliable and independent indicator of an increased tendency to develop a myocardial infarction in the intensity of inflammation that contributes to unstable angina.»

Economist and Professor at Milan Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore.

«For the originality of his scientific work aimed at developing a general theory of structural economic dynamics, through which he has succeeded in reconciling, within a coherent framework, the macroeconomic approach characteristic of Keynesian theory with the multi-sectoral approach of Sraffa’s and Leontief’s theories.»

Agricultural Chemist and Professor of the Technology of Oils, Fats and Derivatives at the University of Bologna.

«For the topical relevance of the issues addressed in his study of the composition of oils and the oxidation of fats in general and for his ability to translate the results of theoretical research into analyses and methods useful for the quantitative and qualitative assessment of the fat content in food.»

Scientific Director of the European Institute of Oncology.

«For his invaluable contribution to research and the fight against cancer, in particular breast cancer, through which he has succeeded in effectively combating the disease whilst, at the same time, sparing patients as much as possible the suffering and humiliation of sometimes unnecessary mutilations.»

Professor of Economics of Credit Institutions at Bocconi University and President of the Italian Banking Association.

«For his achievements in the field of research and teaching of the economics of financial intermediaries and credit management, a discipline in which he has trained dozens of scholars.»

Professor of Economics of Transnational Enterprises at Bocconi University and Director of IEFE (Institute of Energy Economics) at the same university.

«For helping forge a lasting link between the great tradition of industrial economics and emerging trends in business administration.»

Professor of General Pathology and Rector at the University of Turin.

«For his significant and innovative contribution to studies on oxidative damage caused by an excess of free radicals and on prevention through nutrients with antioxidant properties.»

Full Professor of Agricultural Genetics, Rector of the University of Tuscia and President of the National Academy of Sciences.

«For his research in the field of plant mutagenesis and chromosome engineering and for his contribution to the development of institutions and facilities of high educational and scientific value.»

An internationally renowned economist and scholar, Professor of Political Economy at the University of Turin.

«For the scientific significance and forward-looking nature of his analyses and for his contribution to the development of many leading figures in the scientific, business and political spheres.»

Director of the Department of Plant Breeding and Production Physiology at the Max Planck Institute in Cologne, Germany.

«For his thirty years of intensive work, during which, anticipating modern developments in plant genetics, he demonstrated to be committed to understanding the biochemical processes at the molecular level that underpin plant productivity.»

Economist, Professor of Political Economy at Sapienza University of Rome.

«For promoting a philosophy of research that combines the rigour of economic analysis with a focus on the problems of social reality, throughout an extraordinarily intense and fruitful career.»

Professor of Agricultural Industries at the University of Milan, Italy’s leading expert in the chemistry of milk.

«For contributing to safeguarding the quality and authenticity of products and to the refinement of Italian and European food legislation, through his research into scientific and technical systems for food production and control.»