Dr Eduard Carbonell, the professor of history of art at the University of Girona, has received the distinction for his extensive research and teaching career, noted for his professional rigour in the field of the history of Catalan mediaeval art. The contributions he has made to his field of study are regarded as a benchmark by numerous professionals in the sector. Equally outstanding is his role in preparing various legislative provisions aimed at safeguarding and preserving the Catalonia’s cultural and artistic heritage and at museology.