The Homem Men Flies Award (Prémio Mérito Homem Voa in Brazilian Portuguese) ceremony, held last Saturday, July 20th, the anniversary of the 151st year of birth of Santos=Dumont, at the Museu Catavento, was an event full of tributes and celebrations, highlighting scientific and technological excellence in Brazil. Below, we present the main moments of the ceremony.
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| Henrique Lins de Barros, founding dean of the Santos=Dumont Cultural Institute, alongside Luiz Pagano, creator of the Mérito Homem Voa award, and the honoree, Porfessor Migeul Nicolelis. "Very happy to see that something that started as 'we need to do something to increase Brazilians' self-esteem in relation to science', today, 10 years later, has turned into this event." Pagano said. |
The opening marked the beginning of a memorable night, the Força Aerea Brasileira ceremonialist, representing the Instituto Cultural Santos=Dumont, registered and thanked the presence of the authorities and guests, whose names were listed in a specific annex.
Hymns
The ceremony continued with the playing of the Aviators' Anthem, a tribute to Brazilian aviation and the legacy of Santos=Dumont, and then, everyone present was invited to sing the Brazilian National Anthem.
The host, architect Ricardo Pisanelli, took the floor to welcome those present and thank everyone for their presence. Jacques Kann, executive director of Catavento Cultural e Educacional, highlighted the importance of the partnership with the Santos=Dumont Institute.
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| In the photo, Professor Nicolelis receives the award from Alexandre Villares and Alberto Dumont Villares Neto, members of Alberto Santos=Dumont's family |
The Commander of the Fourth Regional Air Command, Major-Brigadier Luiz Cláudio Macedo Santos, highlighted the legacy of Santos=Dumont and the importance of the event. Alexandre Barrozo Amaral Villares, great-grandnephew of Brazilian Father of Aviation (Santos=Dumont), praised the relevance of the award and the event.
Man Flies Merit Award Protocol
Luiz Pagano, artist and creator of the award, explained the concept and importance of the Mérito Homem Voa Award, highlighting its symbolism and connection with the figure of Santos=Dumont. Professor Tarcísio Roberto Barbosa, president of the Institute's Advisory Board, presented the justification for choosing the honoree and read Professor Miguel Nicolelis' CV.
Considerations from the Dean of the Institute
Dr. Henrique Lins de Barros, founder and dean of the Institute alongside Marcos Villares (who was not present at the event), gave his thoughts on the legacy of Santos=Dumont and the importance of science in Brazil.
Prize Delivery
The most anticipated moment of the night was the presentation of the award to the honoree, professor Dr. Miguel Nicolelis. Alexandre Villares and Alberto Dumont Villares Neto, members of Alberto Santos=Dumont's family, presented the diploma.
Neiva Paraschiva made her remarks before handing over the Man Voa Merit Director certificate, highlighting the importance of recognizing Brazilian scientific contributions.
Words from the Honoree
Professor Miguel Nicolelis, visibly moved, gave an inspiring speech, expressing his happiness at being compared to Santos=Dumont, both challenged the status quo of their time, showing that what is considered impossible can be accomplished. Nicolelis again mentioned his grandmother, Dona Lygia, who encouraged him to read, study and learn about Santos=Dumont.
For final considerations and thanks to the benefactors, Professor Ricardo Jacob de Magalhães, acting president of the Santos=Dumont Institute, was called. He thanked everyone involved and highlighted the success of the event.
Closing
The event ended with a celebration of Santos=Dumont's legacy and the promise to continue promoting science and technology in Brazil. Those present left inspired by the stories of overcoming and innovation that filled the night with pride and hope.
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