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The Portrait

The Story Behind the Portrait

Every element in this drawing was chosen with meaning. Scroll through below and the portrait zooms into each detail as you read its story.

Special thanks to Freweyni Etsey & Wikianos Tsesfahun for the thoughtful original artistic work and sketches created in honor of Professor Meareg's enduring legacy.

Illustrated portrait of Professor Meareg Amare framed by a schoolhouse, laboratory glassware, an open book, and scales of justice
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Like the ancient Obelisk of Axum: reaching toward the cosmos, the Foundation unites science, heritage, and human compassion to inspire generations through the eternal power of knowledge and discovery.