Every year, the Jean-Marie Lehn Foundation is committed to supporting master’s students at the Strasbourg Faculty of Chemistry by providing them with opportunities that are essential to their future. Thanks to the generosity of donors who are genuinely committed to helping young people during a critical phase of their academic journey, scholarships of up to €10,000 over two years are awarded to those who need them most.
These scholarships are intended for students who, despite financial difficulties, have demonstrated academic excellence. By providing financial support and alleviating the burden of financial concerns, the Jean-Marie Lehn Foundation enables talented young people to devote themselves fully to their studies and succeed in the field of chemistry.
The year 2024 was notably marked by the launch of the Dr. Monique H. Lévy Scholarships, named in honor of this dedicated donor. Thanks to this initiative, two additional students were able to receive financial support, thereby reinforcing the Foundation’s positive impact on the academic lives of talented young people.
“I’ve always been passionate about the natural sciences, and chemistry quickly became my favorite subject. Despite life’s challenges and the loss of one of my parents, I found the strength to persevere thanks to my family’s support.”
In 2018, I began studying chemical engineering at the Franco-Azerbaijani University (UFAZ), but I realized that my true passion lay in pure chemistry. In 2021, I enrolled at the University of Strasbourg to pursue this path. While working night shifts to pay for my studies, I managed to maintain good grades and finished my first year of my master’s program with a GPA of 15.
"I am honored to receive the Jean-Marie Lehn Foundation scholarship. This invaluable support not only allows me to focus fully on my studies without financial worries, but it also gives me great self-confidence. Knowing that I am supported by a renowned institution strengthens my determination to pursue my passion for chemistry and contribute to scientific advancements."
“This scholarship allowed me to be financially independent while focusing on my studies. As a result, I was able to successfully complete my two-year master’s program and subsequently secure funding from the Ministry of Higher Education and Research to pursue a Ph.D. in the field of polymers, which I followed up with a postdoctoral fellowship in the United States.”
Thanks to these experiences, I gained the skills I needed to start my career at BASF, where I have been working since 2017. I started out in R&D, then became head of central research strategy. I subsequently moved to the business side, where I lead an applications laboratory and am responsible for technical marketing for the Home Care division in Europe. At the same time, I am active in the field of artificial intelligence, particularly for automation and personalized marketing applications.
"I am grateful for the support this scholarship has provided me; it has been a real catalyst for my career."
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