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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Adjunct Associate Research Scientist
New York, NY, US
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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.
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.
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.
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Habilitation à diriger des recherches (HDR)
Dynamics and Toxicity of Colloids and Contaminants
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PhD (Doctorat)
Interactions between Iron(III) and ions NO3, HPO4(3-x) and COO-
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Engineering Degree (Ingénieur Géologue)
Geology
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Master's Degree (DEA)
Environmental Geosciences
Awarded By
CNRS
Awarded for outstanding scientific contributions and demonstrated leadership in research.
Awarded By
CNRS
Recognized for early career achievements and significant contributions to scientific research.
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.
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.
Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Student Supervision (PhD, Post-doc, Master's, Bachelor's), Teaching (Master's, Bachelor's), Mentoring, Scientific Communication.
Database Development, Ontology Creation, Quantitative Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Citation Analysis, H-index Tracking.
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Coordinated a national platform focused on imaging and analysis for guiding innovation in environmental and energy transition.
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Responsible for an ANR project investigating mineral surfaces as archives of biological information.
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Founded and directed a new institute dedicated to environmental transition, securing significant funding.
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Led a Grenelle project assessing the environmental impact of nanotechnologies.
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Directed an ANSES project investigating the toxicity of imogolites.
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Directed an ANR-CES project on the environmental impact of nanomaterial degradation residues, focusing on their fate, biotransformation, and toxicity.
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Led a national program/ACI-FNS project investigating the surface properties of manufactured nanoparticles (oxides and carbons).