Wednesday, 5 July 2023 DR. DEAN LIPOVAC RECEIVED THE GEORGE MARRA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN WRITING

Dr. Dean Lipovac, the first PhD student to complete the studies at the Renewable Materials for Healthy Built Environments doctoral program at UP FAMNIT, received the George Marra Award for Excellence in Writing at the 66th SWST International Convention, held 25-30 June 2023 in Asheville, North Carolina, USA.

He received the award that recognizes excellence in writing and research for the published article “Perception and evaluation of (modified) wood by older adults from Slovenia and Norway.”

The committee that consist of at least three members, judged all papers based on a previously stated criteria, among which also the clarity and completeness of the introductory section, conclusion that speaks to objective, clarity of exposition so that it is understandable to those not familiar with the field, research quality, complexity of the problem, originality and the impact on present knowledge of the subject.

“I am honoured to receive this award as it recognizes our research, and our endeavour for disseminating the results with the broader audience,” said Dr. Dean Lipovac.

Congratulations!