ECHA's conference facility is now officially endowed with a big and noble name -- Marie Skłodowska Curie -- the woman who changed history through her contributions to chemistry, physics and science and the role of women in society. The inauguration ceremony of the conference centre on her birth date 7 November was a true celebration of her achievements and her inspiring example for more than a century since she made her great discoveries.
In a video address, produced especially by Euronews for ECHA's inauguration event, the granddaughter of Marie Skłodowska Curie, Prof. Hélène Langevin-Joliot grabbed the minds and hearts of the audience. She said she is very touched by the fact that ECHA has thought of giving the name Marie Curie to its conference centre and that the Agency can make a real contribution, not only for exchange amongst scientists, but also for reaching out towards citizens. She wished all the best to this new centre for many years to come!
This was ECHA's main event for the International Year of Chemistry 2011, It was organised under the auspices of UNESCO and the Polish Presidency of the European Union.
