Prof Silvia Giordani awarded Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
Professor Silvia Giordani was presented with the Ufficiale Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana at a ceremony in the Italian Embassy by Italian Ambassador to Ireland H. E. Nicola Faganello on behalf of the President of Italy Sergio Mattarella.
Prof Giordani is full Professor Chair of Nanomaterials at the School of Chemical Sciences Dublin City University and Principal Investigator at the DCU Life Sciences Institute (LSI).
The award was formally conferred in June 2025 and was presented to Professor Giordani at a ceremony held at the Italian Embassy in Dublin.
About Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana
The Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana (Order of Merit of the Italian Republic) is the highest ranking Italian order of merit. Established in 1951, the award recognises individuals with achievements in the fields of science, literature, arts, economy, public service, and social, philanthropic and humanitarian activities.
Speaking about her award, Professor Giordani said:
"I am deeply honoured by this recognition. It represents years of commitment, shared work, and the support of many people who have walked this path with me: colleagues, students, researchers, collaborators, and friends.
“Above all, I would like to dedicate this honour to my parents, whose encouragement, values, and support have guided me throughout my life , and to my late brother, Davide, whose belief in me, wisdom and kindness remain with me every day.”
Professor Daire Keogh, President of Dublin City University, said:
“On behalf of all of her colleagues in DCU, I want to congratulate Professor Giordani on receiving this great honour from her homeland. The award speaks to the consistent excellence and impact of her research and her significant contribution in the field of nanomaterials.”