Celebration of academic creativity
On May 20, the Cloister of the Mercè of the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona hosted a prominent event: the ceremony of delivery of the fourth edition of the Gaudí Awards. This year, the students Berta Camprubí Junyent, Aya Lamrini Mejhed and Sofía Guzmán have been recognized for their innovative research, which address issues ranging from mathematics to dialogue between science and religion.
Awards and Recognition: Who are the winners?
The first award was awarded to Berta Camprubí Junyent from the Guillem de Berguedà Institute, who explored ‘The Mathematics of Gaudí’, a work that highlights the interrelation between art and sciences. The second prize was for Aya Lamrini Mejhed of the Montsacopa Institute, for his research ‘Dialogues between the Qur’an and the science’, while the third prize went to Sofía Guzmán of the Bon Salvador College with ‘Science and Faith: two views of death’.
A forum for reflection on faith and knowledge
The Gaudí Awards, organized by the Ateneu University Sant Pacià, the construction board of the Basilica and the Escola Cristiana de Catalunya Foundation, have the purpose of promoting research among high school students. These awards seek to recognize the effort and dedication of young people in the exploration of topics related to the religious fact and the figure of Gaudí.
A Jury of Experts Values Diversity
The selection of the works was carried out by a jury consisting of prominent figures in the academic and architectural world, including Dr. Daniel Palau and Dr. Jaume Serrallonga, among others. Eloi Aran, one of the members, emphasized the academic quality and diversity of the searches presented, which explored topics such as the relationship between belief and science, and the impact of Gaudí’s work.
Awards and opportunities for schools
In addition to individual recognitions, the winners received awards that include electronic devices, study scholarships and guided tours of the Sagrada Familia basilica for their schools. This initiative not only rewards academic excellence, but also promotes collaboration and interest in Gaudinian religious culture and architecture.
Other prominent recognitions and work
Other students were also recognized for their contributions, such as Oriol Masdeu Cuyàs with ‘Antoni Gaudí and his symbolic architecture used in the Güell Palace’ and Saskia Verlaat Fortuny with ‘Les beguines. Spirituality and service in Breda and Tarragona ‘, among others. Each of these works provides a new vision on the intersection between religion, history and culture.
Looking to the future
The bases for the fifth edition of the Gaudí Awards will be published at the end of September, providing a new opportunity for future students to explore and present their research on relevant topics. Not only does this event emphasize academic excellence, it also promotes dialogue between disciplines, thus enriching collective knowledge.
