Frank Merle

Frank Merle is a distinguished academic currently serving as a Professeur classe exceptionelle at Université de Cergy-Pontoise since 2003. He has held prestigious positions such as Chair in Analysis at Cergy-IHÉS (2009–2020) and has been actively involved in international academic collaborations, including visiting roles at institutions like the Courant Institute, IAS Princeton, and Tokyo University. Elected as an Ordinary Member of the Academy of Europe in 2020, his work focuses on nonlinear partial differential equations, dispersive equations, and mathematical physics.

• Current Position: Professeur classe exceptionelle, Université de Cergy-Pontoise (2003–present)
• Past Roles: Chair in Analysis (Cergy-IHÉS), Visitor (IHÉS), Assistant Professor (Courant Institute), Chargé de Recherche (CNRS)

Research Interests: Merle’s work centers on nonlinear partial differential equations (PDEs), particularly dispersive equations and their applications in mathematical physics. His research has significant implications in understanding wave dynamics and quantum mechanics.

Scientific Awards:

• Prix Ampère de l'Électricité de France (2018)
• ERC Advanced Grant (2011)
• AMS Bôcher Memorial Prize (2005)
• CNRS Silver Medal (2005)
• Prix Charles-Louis de Saulse de Freycinet (2000)
• Prix de l'Institut Poincaré (1997)