European Academy of Sciences and Arts

Award-winning author Thanasis Valtinos passed away at the age of 92

Valtinos debuted in the literary scene in the 1950s and established his reputation with renowned books like Orthokosta, The Book of Andreas Kordopatis, and Deep Blue, Almost Black. Born in Kastrí, Kynouria in 1932, he experienced the occupation and civil war, which led his family to various cities.

Giannis Smaragdis becomes the first Greek director elected to the European Academy

Giannis Smaragdis has just become the first Greek director to be elected as a full member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts. “I consider it a great honor to be elected by the European Academy of Sciences and Arts as a member in the field of Arts and Culture. I perceive this distinction as a triple duty,” said the director among other remarks.

Marko Mušič, an architect inspired by architectural greats

Ljubljana – Marko Mušič, one of the most distinguished Slovenian architects, comes from a long line of architects. He will receive the Prešeren Prize for lifetime-achievement, the country’s top accolade for artistic accomplishments, after leaving a notable mark with his work in Slovenia and throughout the former Yugoslavia.