In a ceremony filled with solemnity and recognition of scientific merit. The University of Holguin (UHo) conferred the title of Doctor Honoris Causa on Dr. Luis Clodoaldo Velázquez Pérez. During a ceremony held at the Oscar Lucero Moya campus of this institution.
The highest academic honor was presented in the presence of Joel Queipo Ruiz, member of the Central Committee and First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba in the province. Manuel Francisco Hernández Aguilera, governor of the territory. Aniuska Pérez Ortiz, rector of UHo.
Along with faculty, family members, and representatives of local organizations. Who highlighted his exceptional contribution to institutional development and his outstanding work at the helm of the Cuban Academy of Sciences, the country’s leading scientific institution.
During her speech, Rector Pérez Ortiz also highlighted the recipient’s outstanding career in teaching, research, and management. As well as his valuable contributions. The distinguished scientist, a physician by profession and a neurology specialist, has had a fruitful career serving research in Cuba.
Founder and director of the Center for Research and Rehabilitation of Hereditary Ataxias. He is the author of more than 200 publications in high-impact specialized journals and a recipient of the Carlos J. Finlay Order. The highest honor awarded by the Council of State.
He also serves as a visiting professor at the University of Holguin. Where he actively promotes the training of new researchers. Ensuring generational renewal in strategic areas of knowledge. The ceremony culminated with the presentation of the diploma accrediting him as an Honorary Doctor of Physical Culture Sciences. A distinction that adds to the multiple national and international recognitions he has received during his distinguished professional career.
In his final remarks, Luis Clodoaldo Velázquez Pérez motivated the new generations to persevere in the face of challenges without abandoning their aspirations. Leaving a message of inspiration and commitment to the nation’s progress.
“Do not neglect your education, because knowledge is so intrinsic that nothing can obstruct it. Become scientists to make this country the prosperous nation we all dream of. We have the experience and wisdom of the years, and young people have the energy and motivation that would take us to the world if necessary. The secret to success lies in that combination,” he concluded.
By: Yenisel Elcea Olbine
Translated by Aliani Rojas Fernández
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