Bahía Blanca Council honors astronomer Amina Helmi

The Bahía Blanca Deliberative Council has honored astronomer Amina Helmi with the distinction of ‘Ciudadana Ilustre’ (Illustrious Citizen). During the ceremony, led by Council President Gisela Caputo, Helmi emphasized the necessity of investing in education, scientific research, and environmental preservation.

The Council also unanimously approved a posthumous distinction for Florin Manoliu, a Romanian diplomat who lived in Argentina. Manoliu is recognized for his role in saving thousands of people during the Holocaust and his subsequent academic contributions as a researcher and vice-rector at the National University of the South.

Future honors are expected for Noelia Noël and Irina San Sebastián in recognition of their scientific contributions.