Yesterday took place the inaugural lecture of the FMS professor Gerard Roelfes (University of Groningen), who was appointed full professor of Biomolecular Chemistry & Catalysis in May 2015. Professor Roelfes presented a lecture entitled ‘Katalyse: natuurlijk geïnspireerd!” (Catalysis: naturally inspired!) to his colleagues, family, and friends in the Aula of the Academy building, where the ceremony took place.