Italian knight honored for groundbreaking scientific work at Stellenbosch University, South Africa.

• A Stellenbosch University staff member in South Africa received some well-deserved recognition from a European country
• The university proudly announced that Prof Francesco Petruccione was recognised for his contributions to the science field
• The Stellenbosch staff member in the School for Data Science and Computational Thinking received an honour from the Italian Republic

Stellenbosch University's Prof Francesco Petruccione was officially recognised for his work on quantum technology. The Italian state recognised the professional on 4 June 2023 in Cape Town.

Prof Francesco Petruccione made strides in his field of expertise, theoretical physics. The academic's work in the School for Data Science and Computational Thinking brings him to his goal of stepping closer to solving problems through research and innovation.

Italy recognises Stellenbosch University's Prof Francesco Petruccione's hard work

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Prof Francesco Petruccione from Stellenbosch is credited with creating the largest quantum technology research group in South Africa.

His efforts have allowed him to be knighted by the Italian ambassador on behalf of the president with The Ordine della Stella d'Italia [The order of the Star of Italy]. The important honour can be compared to British knighthood.

What does Italian knighthood mean for Stellenbosch University professor?

South Africans always enjoy seeing people thrive in their chosen field of study. The Order of the Star of Italy acknowledges Italians abroad who have ensured good relations and cooperation between the European country and others.

Prof Petriccione did just this when he left his home country Italy at 18 to pursue his studies.

Celebrating his win, he said:

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“Although the weather was miserable on Sunday, it was a very joyful day. I’m humbled and deeply grateful."

Although knighthood means that he can be officially referred to as Sir Francesco Petruccione, he joked that he would not expect his Stellenbosch colleagues to refer to him by his official title.

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Source: Briefly News