We gather in Krakow not only as researchers, innovators, and in many cases visionaries but as inheritors of the legacy of one of the most remarkable scientists in history— Marie Curie Skłodowska. She was more than a pioneer in science; she was a symbol of resilience, brilliance, and unyielding curiosity. She reshaped the frontiers of science and its impact on humanity. I admire her deeply. And we should all continue what she started.