“There is a strong cultural life in France, especially in Paris, it has no parallel. The Fulbright fellows should take advantage of such an incredible opportunity. I waited 10 years to take my sabbatical, and the experience changed my perspective on how to approach my work at my

home institution and my life.”

- Alberto Saal, Fulbright Research Scholar in Geology-Geochemistry 2016-2017

“The Fulbright has provided me with a rare opportunity to firmly solidify my collaboration and prepare publications with one of the leading groups in my field. We have started new

projects and plan to continue our exchanges of ideas and student mentoring. My family has had the chance to experience life in France, understand better its deep history and

appreciate the ties the bind the US and France through recent history.”

- Christina Richards, Fulbright Research Scholar in Ecological Genomics 2016-2017