The CES researcher Maria Elena Indelicato has received a Wiley Research Heroes Prize for her pioneering work in decolonizing knowledge and research. She has championed the inclusion of marginalized perspectives, advocating for the integration of indigenous knowledge systems and challenging Eurocentric paradigms. Her groundbreaking research has focused on dismantling colonial frameworks and promoting equitable, culturally respectful methodologies. Dr Indelicato's focus on documenting institutional racism in higher education and her commitment to social justice has inspired a new wave of scholarship that emphasizes critical inquiry and ethical responsibility. Her contributions have had a lasting impact on both academia and public discourse, and we are delighted to announce Dr Indelicato as a recipient of a Wiley Research Heroes prize. Read our interview with Dr Indelicato and her nominator Dr Estella Carpi here.

The Wiley Research Heroes Prize celebrate exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to their research fields.
More information can be found in this interview she gave regarding the distinction awarded [HERE].