We are proud to announce that Camillo Pirola has been honored during the XIV Workshop on Sample Preparation held at the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel), Brazil. Over the years, Camillo has actively supported the scientific community through research collaborations, technical education, and the development of innovative sample preparation workflows and technologies. His work has contributed to helping laboratories improve analytical performance, workflow efficiency, safety, and reliability. This award represents not only a personal achievement, but also a recognition of the importance of continuous innovation and scientific collaboration in advancing analytical science worldwide.