Benjamin CABANES

Benjamin CABANES is a Lecturer at École des Ponts ParisTech (École nationale des ponts et chaussées), specializing in entrepreneurship and innovation management. He holds a doctorate in management sciences from MINES ParisTech-PSL and is an associate researcher at the Interdisciplinary Institute of Innovation (UMR CNRS 9217). His research focuses on innovation management, R&D strategies, and the governance of expert communities, particularly in semiconductor and textile industries. Key contributions include studies on Cifre theses' collaborative potential, deep tech ecosystems, and the role of foresight in strategic planning.

He has published extensively on topics such as university-industry collaborations, disruptive innovation processes, and the efficacy of brainstorming in organizational innovation. Notable awards include the 2021 12th Academic Prize for Management Research. His work bridges theoretical innovation frameworks with practical applications, emphasizing sustainability and technology-driven entrepreneurship.