“I am profoundly struck by the passing of Senator Rita Levi Montalcini. My thoughts at this moment go out to her family and to all those who had the privilege of knowing her and who suffer the void left by this Italian who contributed to Italy’s great international reputation”.
This was the comment by Minister for Foreign Affairs Giulio Terzi on the news of the death of Rita Levi Montalcini. “Her unique ability to marry culture and social commitment with such extraordinary humanism will continue to inspire future generations, especially young women, Terzi said, recalling the Italian scientist’s commitment to young African women, tenaciously pursued by the Foundation that carries her name.
