Jérôme ROSE

Highly accomplished Research Director & Geosciences Engineer

Aix en Provence, FR.

About

Highly accomplished Research Director and Geosciences Engineer with over 25 years of expertise in environmental nanoscience, geochemistry, and pollution dynamics. Spearheaded numerous national and international research initiatives, leading to 189 A-ranked publications, 12,244 citations, and an H-index of 57. Proven leader in academic program development, grant acquisition, and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to address critical environmental and energy transition challenges.

Work

INSU-CNRS

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Associate Scientific Director for Research Infrastructures

Aix en Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

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Summary

Directed scientific infrastructure initiatives for the National Institute for Earth Sciences and Astronomy (INSU-CNRS), shaping national research priorities and enhancing research capabilities.

Highlights

Led strategic planning and oversight for national research infrastructures, ensuring alignment with INSU-CNRS objectives.

Collaborated with scientific and administrative bodies to optimize resource allocation and enhance research capabilities across France.

Contributed to the development and implementation of national scientific policies and programs, impacting research direction.

Duke University

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Adjunct Associate Professor

Durham, NC, US

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Summary

Contributed to academic programs and research initiatives in environmental engineering and nanoscience as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Duke University.

Highlights

Collaborated on interdisciplinary research projects, leveraging expertise in environmental nanoscience and engineering.

Engaged with faculty and students, contributing to the academic environment of the Civil and Environmental Engineering department.

Participated in scientific exchanges and knowledge dissemination, enriching the university's research profile.

CNRS, CEREGE

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Research Director & Institute/Labex Director

Aix en Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

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Summary

Spearheaded extensive research programs in environmental nanoscience and geochemistry, leading multiple institutes, labexes, and national platforms with significant funding and scientific output.

Highlights

Directed the Mediterranean Institute for Environmental Transition (ITEM) from 2020-2022, securing IDEX AMIDEX funding and driving interdisciplinary research.

Coordinated the ESR-EQUIPEX+ IMAGINE² national platform (2021-present), focusing on imaging and analysis for environmental and energy transition innovation.

Oversaw the Labex Serenade (PIA 2) as Director from 2014-2020, managing a large-scale research program.

Secured funding for 47 ANR projects (5 young-researchers, 10 Blanc, 1 P2N, 31 CESA) and multiple European projects, driving significant research advancements.

Supervised 27 PhD students, 15 post-doctoral researchers, 18 Master's students, and 1 Bachelor's student, fostering the next generation of environmental scientists.

Authored or co-authored 189 A-ranked articles, 10 B-ranked articles, 12 conference papers, and 1 patent, contributing to an H-index of 57 and over 12,244 citations.

Developed and taught a Master's module in "Environmental Sciences" and lectured 30-40 hours/year at Master's and Bachelor's levels (2012-2018).

Identified the role of root border cells and plant mucilage in NP transfer and mechanisms of NP release during photocatalytic cement aging.

Rice University

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Adjunct Professor, Dpt of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Houston, TX, US

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Summary

Served as an Adjunct Professor, contributing to research and education in Civil and Environmental Engineering, with a focus on nanoscale science, for over a decade.

Highlights

Contributed to the Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology (CNST) as a member from 2002-2012, advancing cutting-edge nanoscience research.

Collaborated on projects related to the development of novel ceramic membranes based on iron nanoparticles during post-doctoral work (1996-1997).

Engaged in scientific stays, including a 6-month invited scientist position in 1998, fostering international collaborations and knowledge exchange.

Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University

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Adjunct Associate Research Scientist

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Conducted advanced research in earth sciences, contributing to significant studies at a leading global observatory for six years.

Highlights

Collaborated on interdisciplinary research projects focusing on environmental geosciences and their broader implications.

Contributed to scientific publications and presentations, disseminating research findings to the broader scientific community.

Engaged in knowledge exchange within a prominent research institution, enhancing research methodologies.

CNRS, CEREGE

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Research Scientist (Chargé de recherche)

Aix en Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

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Summary

Initiated and conducted foundational research on contaminant dynamics and material nanostructures, establishing expertise in environmental and health impact studies.

Highlights

Characterized contaminant dynamics in inhomogeneous environments, determining toxicity mechanisms by studying relationships between material nanostructure and reactivity.

Investigated natural and synthetic amorphous material nanostructures for membrane separations, metal/organic contaminant complexation, water geochemistry, and pollutant transfer.

Applied advanced micro-spectroscopy techniques (EXAFS, XANES, Micro-XRF, MET-EELS, BET, AFM, RMN, Micro-electrophoresis) to analyze environmental nanoparticles and porous materials.

Explored the environmental impact of manufactured nanoparticles and contaminant sorption by porous materials like cement.

Rice University

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Postdoctoral Researcher

Houston, TX, US

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Summary

Conducted postdoctoral research focused on developing novel ceramic membranes using iron nanoparticles for advanced environmental applications.

Highlights

Developed innovative ceramic membranes based on iron nanoparticles, advancing materials science for environmental solutions.

Contributed to cutting-edge research in nanoscience, laying groundwork for future applications in water treatment and contaminant removal.

Collaborated with a leading research team, enhancing technical skills and contributing to project objectives within a 2-year timeframe.

Education

Université Paul Cézanne

Aix en Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
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Habilitation à diriger des recherches (HDR) Dynamics and Toxicity of Colloids and Contaminants

Institut National Polytechnique de Lorraine

Nancy, Grand Est, France
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PhD (Doctorat) Interactions between Iron(III) and ions NO3, HPO4(3-x) and COO-

Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Géologie de Nancy

Nancy, Grand Est, France
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Engineering Degree (Ingénieur Géologue) Geology

Université de Nancy

Nancy, Grand Est, France
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Master's Degree (DEA) Environmental Geosciences

Awards

CNRS Silver Medal

CNRS

Awarded for outstanding scientific contributions and demonstrated leadership in research.

CNRS Bronze Medal

CNRS

Recognized for early career achievements and significant contributions to scientific research.

Languages

French

English

Skills

Research & Development

Nanoscience, Geochemistry, Environmental Engineering, Contaminant Dynamics, Nanomaterials, Pollution, Micro-spectroscopy (EXAFS, XANES, Micro-XRF, High Energy XRF, RX, MEB-EDX, Infra-Rouge, MET-EELS, BET, AFM, RMN, Micro-electrophoresis), Materials Science, Environmental Transition, Analytical Techniques, Experimental Design, Data Analysis, Photocatalytic Cements, Soil Organic Matter Stabilization, Aquatic Mesocosms, Tritiated Tungsten Dust.

Scientific Leadership & Management

Research Program Management, Grant Acquisition (ANR, ECCO, FNS, ANSES, ATILH, European Projects H2020, FP7), Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Institute Directorship, Labex Management, Project Coordination (IMAGINE², ITEM, Serenade), Scientific Committee Membership, Editorial Board Membership, Scientific Animation.

Academic & Mentorship

Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Student Supervision (PhD, Post-doc, Master's, Bachelor's), Teaching (Master's, Bachelor's), Mentoring, Scientific Communication.

Data & Analytics

Database Development, Ontology Creation, Quantitative Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Citation Analysis, H-index Tracking.

Projects

ESR-EQUIPEX+ IMAGINE² National Platform

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Summary

Coordinated a national platform focused on imaging and analysis for guiding innovation in environmental and energy transition.

ANR: Surf-Memo Mineral Surfaces: Origin and Archive of Biological Information

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Summary

Responsible for an ANR project investigating mineral surfaces as archives of biological information.

Mediterranean Institute for Environmental Transition (ITEM)

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Summary

Founded and directed a new institute dedicated to environmental transition, securing significant funding.

IMPECNANO: Environmental Impact of Nanotechnologies

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Summary

Led a Grenelle project assessing the environmental impact of nanotechnologies.

ANSES: Nanotoximo: Toxicity of Imogolites

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Summary

Directed an ANSES project investigating the toxicity of imogolites.

ANR-CES: Environmental Impact of Nanomaterial Degradation Residues

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Summary

Directed an ANR-CES project on the environmental impact of nanomaterial degradation residues, focusing on their fate, biotransformation, and toxicity.

ECCO: Surface Properties of Manufactured Nanoparticles

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Summary

Led a national program/ACI-FNS project investigating the surface properties of manufactured nanoparticles (oxides and carbons).