Since 1995, the University of Rijeka awards the honorary doctorate (Gradus Doctoris Honoris Causa) of the University of Rijeka, the highest recognition awarded to prominent scientists and distinguished public figures for their special contribution of long-lasting significance to the University and the wider community in certain areas of science, culture, and arts. So far, the honorary doctorate has been awarded 8 times, to eminent scientists from Croatia and abroad.  The recipient of this year’s h...

Since 2019, the University of Rijeka awards the honorary title of Honoris professor, following the provisions of the Rulebook on awards and recognitions of the University of Rijeka. The process is initiated and implemented by the Council for Science of the University of Rijeka, upon which the University Senate passes the final Decision.  According to the Decision of the Senate, this year the title of an Honorary Professor is awarded to Dr. Erhard Busek, President of the Institute for the Danube...