Stephane Oliet

Stephane Oliet is a researcher at the University of Bordeaux, affiliated with the Neurocentre Magendie and Inserm U862. He has held leadership roles such as Deputy Director (2009-present) and Head of the team ‘Glia-Neuron interactions’ (2011-2014). His academic career spans institutions including McGill University, UCSF, and the University of Bordeaux Segalen, with a focus on neurophysiology and glia-neuron interactions.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Neurological Sciences, McGill University (1995)
  • Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches, University of Bordeaux Segalen (2003)

Research Interests: Oliet’s work explores neuron-glia interactions, synaptic plasticity, and the role of glial cells in neurotransmission. His research on NMDA receptors, gliotransmission, and osmoreception has advanced understanding of tripartite synapses, hippocampal function, and astrocytic signaling. His publications highlight D-serine dynamics and glutamate clearance mechanisms.

Scientific Awards:

• 2012 France Alzheimer Special Prize
• 2007 NARSAD Independent Investigator
• 2006 Award from La Recherche
• 2006 Fondation pour la Recherche Médicale Special Award
• 1994 Human Frontier Long-Term Fellowship

Teaching & Supervision: Oliet has taught in Neuroscience Graduate Programs at the University of Bordeaux 2 and Paris 6/7. He has supervised 5 postdocs, 8 PhD, and 10 MSc students, and actively participated in thesis defense committees and symposium organization.