Marion Leménager, doctoral student under the direction of Simon Joly, researcher at the Botanical Garden and the IRBV, as well as associate professor at the Université de Montréal, is the recipient of the 2023 Marie-Victorin Excellence Award.

Marion is leading a research project aimed at better understanding the evolution of flower types in relation to their pollinators. She explores the diversity of specialist and generalist flowers within the Gesneriaceae family, examining their family tree to discern patterns of diversification. Marion notably innovated by developing a photogrammetric approach to obtain 3D images of flowers, which could contribute to the creation of a virtual three-dimensional herbarium. Her work has already been adopted by several researchers.

In addition to her current project, Marion has accumulated scholarships, distinctions and prizes, published two scientific articles, and actively participated in conferences and social initiatives, demonstrating exceptional scientific maturity and remarkable creativity.

Congratulations Mathilde!