WIM no. 17 Spring 2020

מכון ויצמן למדע Honoring excellence Weizmann Institute bestowed eight honorary degrees in 2019 T heWeizmann Institute of Science bestowed honorary doctorates on eight distinguished individuals whose contributions to society have had a tangible and celebrated impact. The degrees of PhD honoris causa were conferred at a festive ceremony on November 12 during the 71 st Annual General Meeting of the International Board. The Weizmann Institute’s 2019 PhD laureates: President Reuven (Ruvi) Rivlin , 10 th President of the State of Israel. President Rivlin has devoted his life to connecting people around the world to the beauty and sanctity of Jerusalem. His rich career in public service includes seven terms in the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, two terms as Knesset Speaker, and two terms as Minister of Communication. President Rivlin has come to symbolize deep and respectful communication, something that has earned him the love and respect of the Israeli people. Mrs. Rebecca Boukhris , Trustee of the Adelis Foundation. An accomplished international banker, Mrs. Boukhris has successfully advanced the mission of the Foundation’s founder, the late André Deloro: to support the State of Israel and the Jewish people. Supporting social and educational initiatives, the Adelis Foundation also provides critical funding for the Weizmann Institute’s programs in physics, chemistry, and the study of disease. g Back row, L to R: Prof. Raphael Mechoulam, Prof. Daniel Zajfman, Prof. Martha C. Nussbaum, Shimshon Harel, Prof. Jehuda Reinharz, Larry Blumberg. Front row, L to R: Rebecca Boukhris, Alex Levac, Mario Fleck, Prof. Jonathan Dorfan, Mr. Robert J. Drake, Prof. Daniella Goldfarb. Seated: Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz Weizmann MAGAZINE Special Section