A murit academicianul Ionel Haiduc. Fostul preşedinte al Academiei Române avea 89 de ani

Ionel Haiduc, a prominent Romanian chemist and former president of the Romanian Academy, passed away on September 29, 2026, at the age of 89. His contributions to chemistry included significant research in various fields, and he published over 350 scientific works. Born in Cluj in 1937, he held various academic positions, including rector of Babeș-Bolyai University. Haiduc was recognized internationally, receiving numerous awards and honors, including the Order of the Star of Romania. He was also a member of several prestigious scientific academies and served as a visiting professor in multiple countries.