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• Stochastic Optimization
• Chance-Constrained Optimization
• Distributionally Robust Optimization
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Abdel Lisser is a Professor at CentraleSupélec, affiliated with the Laboratory of Signals and Systems (L2S). His research focuses on stochastic optimization, distributionally robust optimization, and game theory with applications in control systems, networks, and autonomous systems. He has made significant contributions to chance-constrained programming, Markov decision processes, and neurodynamic optimization. His work bridges mathematical foundations with practical applications in energy management, telecommunications, and machine learning. Notable recent research includes the development of physics-informed neural networks for solving nonlinear optimization problems and stochastic trajectory planning for autonomous vehicles. Lisser collaborates internationally, with publications in top journals such as *Journal of Optimization Theory and Applications* and *IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems*. He advises on projects involving robust control and decision-making under uncertainty. His laboratory, L2S, is a leading center for systems analysis and optimization at Paris-Saclay.

Philippe RauffetView profile

Professor

• Human-Machine Cooperation
• Cognitive State Classification
• Adaptive Automation
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Philippe Rauffet is a Full Professor in Industrial Engineering and Human-Machine Systems at Université Bretagne Sud, serving as Director of Research and Innovation at ENSIBS. He leads the FHOOX team (Human Factors & Industry 4.0) within Lab-STICC, focusing on cognitive state monitoring, human-autonomy teaming, and adaptive automation. His research integrates neuroscience, human factors, and systems engineering to enhance safety and efficiency in transportation, defense, and industrial settings. He holds an HDR (2021) and has supervised over 10 PhD students. Education: PhD in Industrial Engineering (Centrale Nantes, 2010) MSc/Engineering Degree (Centrale Nantes, 2007) Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (UBS, 2021) Research Focus: Specializes in cognitive workload assessment, transparency mechanisms in autonomous systems, and sociotechnical system design. Applications include submarine piloting, cyber defense, and predictive maintenance. Recent work emphasizes Industry 4.0 interfaces and digital twins for territorial heritage preservation. Key Projects: Leading a 2.8M€ regional CPER program on Industry of the Future Collaborations with Airbus, Thales, Naval Group, and Australian institutions Developed real-time cognitive state monitoring tools using fNIRS and eye-tracking Awards: Best Paper Awards at CHIRA (2020) and IFAC HMS (2016) Prime d'Encadrement Doctoral (Rank A) Teaching: Responsible for the LOGIQ Bachelor program and Industry 4.0 MOOCs. Integrates research on operator state assessment into maritime training curricula.

Friederike WindelView profile

Assistant Professor

• Critical Social Psychology
• Whiteness Studies
• Nationalism
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Dr. Friederike Windel is an Assistant Professor in the Psychology, Health and Gender department at the American University of Paris (AUP), where she joined in 2023. Her work focuses on intersectional analyses of race, nationalism, and digital discourse. She holds a PhD in Critical Social Personality and Environmental Psychology from The Graduate Center, CUNY. Her research employs mixed-methods approaches, including computational social science and discourse analysis. Key research interests include Whiteness studies, the affective dimensions of nationalism, and the role of social media in shaping public discourse around race and migration. Her doctoral research examined White nationalist discourses in Germany through Twitter data and focus groups. She has published in journals such as Journal of Community & Applied Social Psychology and Critical Discourse Studies . Teaching includes courses on social psychology, cultural psychology, and critical topics like racism and nationalism. She co-leads the Democracy Lab: Prison Education Workshop, exploring pedagogical engagement with incarcerated populations. Her interdisciplinary collaborations include work with the New Media Lab and Center for the Humanities at CUNY, focusing on mental health and public space programming.

• Art History
• History of Architecture
• 17th-Century Art
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Frédéric COUSINIÉ is a Professor of Art History and Theory at the University of Rouen Normandy since 2010. His roles include adjunct director of the Groupe de Recherche en Histoire (Rouen), chair of Axis 1 ("Heritage & Modernity"), and member of the INHA Scientific Council. He holds a Doctorate in Art History from the University of Paris IV and has served as director of the French Institute of Bilbao, lecturer at the University of Provence, and resident scholar at the Académie de France in Rome. His research focuses on 17th-century art, Baroque spirituality, image theory, and the intersection of art with science and religion. Education: Doctor of Art History (Paris IV), Graduate of Sciences Po Aix-en-Provence. Key projects include coordinating the 'Normandie Impressionniste' program (2010-2020) and leading the 'Space of the Spiritual in Baroque Normandy' (2022-2024). His work bridges art history with semiotics, exploring themes like mimesis, ecstatic imagery, and material culture. Recent publications include Alterimages (2025) and L'espace imaginal (2024). Awards: None explicitly listed. Grants: Managed postdoc recruitment and conference organization under the RIN program. Advised multiple doctoral students focusing on Impressionism, Baroque studies, and material culture. Editorial roles include directing the 1:1 series and co-editing volumes on Baroque art, experimental cinema, and intermediality. Current research includes projects on Baroque chapels and postural studies in modern art.

Stéphane HaffemayerView profile

Professor

• Early Modern History
• Political Communication
• Medieval and Early Modern Media Studies
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Stéphane Haffemayer is a Full Professor of Modern History at Université Rouen-Normandie (since 2018), specializing in political cultures and media during 17th-century revolts and revolutions. He holds leadership roles including Director of the GRHis research unit (since 2023), Vice-Dean for Research at the UFR LSH (2023–2025), and former Director of the Master's program in History (2019–2024). His research focuses on the interplay between media (pamphlets, engravings, songs) and political communication during conflicts like the Fronde and the English Revolution. He has authored/co-authored over 28 books and 15 peer-reviewed articles, including works on Samuel Hartlib's intellectual networks and the Mazarinades. His current projects include a biographical study of Oliver Cromwell and international collaborations on digital humanities initiatives. Education: Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR), Paris IV Sorbonne, 2017 Doctorate in Modern History (1998), Université Grenoble II DEA in International Relations History (1993), Université Grenoble II Research Interests: Medieval and Early Modern Media Studies Political Communication in Revolts Cultural Transfer and Iconography Historiography of Revolutions Recent Articles Overview: Haffemayer's work bridges historical analysis with digital methodologies, emphasizing how media shaped political narratives during crises. His articles (e.g., on Cromwell's iconography, Fronde songs, and Hartlib's networks) highlight the persistence of revolutionary discourses across time and space. Recent projects include the Birth of News EU initiative and the GRIM international research group. Awards: While no personal prizes are listed, he supervised Lucien Grillet’s prize-winning thesis (2024 Franco-Scottish Award). Advising & Grants: Directed 70+ master's theses and three ongoing PhDs. Secured grants including the ANR MENEDA (€176k) and Horizon 2020’s Birth of News (€18k). Active in conference organization (e.g., Mazarinades and the International, 2025). Labs/Teams: Leads GRHis (30+ researchers) and co-founded the international GRIM group (24 researchers across 9 countries).

• Educational Policies
• Public Administration
• Social Inequalities
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Manon Pesle is a Lecturer in Educational Sciences at Jean Monnet University Saint-Étienne and currently serves as Head of the Master's program in Educational Sciences, specializing in 'Coordination and Implementation of Childhood and Youth Projects and Systems'. She holds a PhD in Political Science from Grenoble Alpes University (2016), focusing on the governance of educational policies in metropolitan areas. Her research explores the intersection of public administration, educational policies, and social inequalities, emphasizing ethnographic methodologies and the role of middle managers in policy implementation. Education: PhD in Political Science (2016), IEP Grenoble; MA and BA in Political Science/Sociology Her work centers on how technical and normative instruments shape educational policies, particularly in local authorities and associations. Key themes include the politicization of policy processes, governance structures in metropolitan education systems, and the impact of bureaucratic practices on social equity. She has led research projects on policy partnerships, youth policy innovation, and the transformation of education populares. Recent contributions include analyzing the challenges faced by youth workers and the evolving role of third-sector spaces (tiers-lieux) in civic engagement. Her publications span journals like Politiques et Management Public and Les Sciences de l'Éducation , with a focus on linking institutional practices to broader sociopolitical dynamics. She actively organizes academic events, such as the 2020 colloquium on youth well-being and the 2018 conference on educational partnerships. Current projects investigate the management of social policies in associations and the historical legacy of popular education in urban contexts.

• Public policy analysis
• Social integration mechanisms
• Civic service and youth engagement
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Gérald Houdeville is a Lecturer in Sociology at the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences (SHS) at the Université Catholique de l’Ouest (UCO Angers). He serves as Head of the Social Sciences Degree program and co-leads Axis 3 ('Categories and Institutions of Public Action') at the Nantes Center for Sociology (CENS). He is also an associate researcher at the Emile Durkheim Center (Bordeaux/Sciences Po Bordeaux). His qualifications include Sections 19 (Sociology, Demography) and 70 (Education Sciences) of the French National Council of Universities (CNU). His research focuses on public policies targeting social and professional integration of marginalized youth, particularly through mechanisms like Civic Service. Core themes include moral integration in contemporary French society, policy implementation gaps, and youth trajectories. Recent work examines civic efficacy, educational dropouts, and the societal role of sociology as an institution. Key activities include organizing conferences on topics like homeschooling and youth engagement, and leading interdisciplinary teams like 2S2T. Over 60 publications span journals (e.g., *Education & Santé, Sociologie du Travail*), books, and policy reports. He supervises PhD research on housing alternatives and has advised Romain Perrier. His 2024 HDR explores sociological institutional frameworks and public action. Education: Doctorate in Sociology (2006, University of Nantes), DEA in Philosophy (2000). Active in national/international networks including the French Sociological Association and INJEP/CEREQ.

Françoise Le LièvreView profile

Lecturer

• Sociolinguistics
• Language Teaching (English)
• Multilingualism
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Françoise Le Lièvre is a Lecturer in Language Sciences at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Angers (UCO). She holds a Doctorate in Language Sciences from the University of Tours (2008) and is qualified by the National Council of Universities (CNU) in Section 07 for Linguistics. Her research focuses on sociolinguistics, language teaching (particularly English), and multilingualism in contact zones. She has collaborated on the scientific committee for the international conference 'Language and Territory' in Canada and contributed to the Human Sciences Monographic Series. Her academic work examines language practices and policies in multilingual contexts, including the role of English in French universities and the intersection of language with identity and education. She teaches courses on comparative linguistics, language policies, and translation at undergraduate and graduate levels across various programs (M2 FLE, IPSA, etc.). Her recent publications address the impact of English as a medium of instruction in higher education, Francophone linguistic development in African contexts, and sociolinguistic dimensions of multilingualism. She co-organized the 2019 POCLANDE Congress on linguistics for development and participates in the CoDiRe research laboratory focusing on social language practices and identity studies.

Claudio PianiView profile

Professor

• Climate Modeling
• Hydrological Modeling
• Climate Change Impact Assessment
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Claudio Piani is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science, Mathematics, and Environmental Science at The American University of Paris. He holds a PhD from the University of Washington (2000) and a Laurea from the University of Rome 'La Sapienza'. His research focuses on climate modeling, statistical bias correction of climate data, hydrological impacts of climate change, and evolutionary responses to environmental fluctuations. Piani has contributed to global climate projections and regional climate studies, including work on Mediterranean climate dynamics and African agricultural resilience. Education: PhD, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA Laurea, University of Rome 'La Sapienza', Rome, Italy Research Interests: Dr. Piani’s work bridges climate science and practical applications, emphasizing bias correction methodologies to improve climate model reliability. His studies explore how climate change affects hydrology, agriculture, and biodiversity, particularly in vulnerable regions like West Africa. He also investigates evolutionary adaptation mechanisms in organisms exposed to fluctuating temperatures and extreme weather events. Key Contributions: Piani co-authored influential papers on statistical bias correction, contributed to large-scale climate ensemble projects, and organized interdisciplinary conferences like the AUP Science Translation for Climate Action (2019). His research highlights the importance of accurate climate data for impactful modeling in environmental planning and risk assessment. Affiliations: Piani is affiliated with AUP’s Joy and Edward Frieman Environmental Science Center. He teaches courses on climate change, environmental science, and applied statistics, integrating real-world climate challenges into curricula.

• Media Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Disability Studies
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Mélanie Lallet is a Media Sociologist and Lecturer at the Faculty of Humanities at Université Catholique de l'Ouest (UCO) Nantes. She joined UCO in 2019 and serves as Director of the Center for Humanities and Societies (CHUS) and Head of the Journalism minor program. Her research focuses on gender representation in French audiovisual animation, digital communities, and intersectional feminism. Current projects include the ANR JCJC AuFic project studying autism representation in fiction (2024–2026), funded at 205,000€. Education: PhD in Information & Communication Sciences (2017), HDR qualification in Sociology (section 19) and Communication Sciences (section 71). Key works include her book Libérées, Livrées? (2020) and studies on Miraculous: Ladybug (2022). She co-organized major conferences like NuMFem (2023) and led projects on trans identities and digital health communities. Research Interests: Media Sociology, Gender Studies, Disability Studies, Autism Representation, Digital Cultures, and Transidentities. Her work bridges media analysis with feminist, queer, and neurodiversity frameworks. Grants & Leadership: Leads ANR-funded autism representation project. Coordinated studies on fan communities (Miraculous project, 2020–2023) and digital methods (2016–2018). Active in organizing academic seminars and colloquia. Labs/Teams: Member of CHUS research team and involved in ARENES (UMR 6051) and IDHAL initiatives. Collaborates with researchers like Clément Cousin and Émilie Marolleau.

• Economic Sociology
• Cultural Economics
• Territorial Development
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Martin Bénédicte is a permanent researcher at the University of Le Havre, affiliated with the EDEHN Economic Research Laboratory (EA 7263) . She serves as Director of the AES-Economics-Management department within the Faculty of International Affairs since 2016, overseeing administrative and pedagogical responsibilities for Economics-Management programs. Doctorate in Economic Sciences (2005), University of Paris X-Nanterre Advanced Studies Diploma in Economics of Institutions and Organizations (2001) Her research focuses on territorial development , cultural economics , and local currencies , employing conventionalist frameworks to analyze art markets, digital technology’s role in financial systems, and gender inequalities in crises. She has led service contracts for regional cultural institutions like the Scène Nationale Evreux-Louviers and Normandy region’s local currency initiatives . Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary intersections of art and economics , digital innovation in finance , and territorial identity dynamics . She has contributed to journals such as NETCOM and French Review of Economic Sociology , as well as book chapters on art’s economic implications. Scientific Awards Very Honorable Mention with the jury’s congratulations, proposals for thesis prize and publication grant She actively participates in academic governance, including recruitment juries for lecturers and the External Aggregation of Economics and Management. Her work bridges economic theory with practical policy challenges in cultural and regional contexts.

Stéphane BlocquauxView profile

Lecturer

• Cultural Industries
• Virtual Education
• Digital Technology in Education
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Stéphane Blocquaux is a Lecturer at the University of Angers (UCO) affiliated with the Arts et Métiers ParisTech Angers Laboratory (LAMPA) within the Presence and Innovation Team . He holds a Doctorate in Information and Communication Sciences from Université Paris XIII (2004). His research focuses on cultural industries, virtual education, netaholism (cyber addiction), youth digital behaviors, and cybercrime. He has contributed to national health policy consultations (e.g., French Ministry of Health’s screen exposure guidelines for children). Key research areas include: Cybersecurity implications for minors Educational applications of immersive technologies Digital identity formation in adolescents Ethical dimensions of virtual presence Recent publications analyze: Impact of haptic technology on sensory perception Social paradoxes in virtual communities Darkweb subcultures Early childhood digital exposure He co-leads the Ecologie, Ethique et Numérique research program and participated in the UsaTICE education technology initiative. His work bridges technological innovation with societal impacts, emphasizing ethical frameworks for emerging digital tools.

Pauline BoivineauView profile

Lecturer

• Contemporary Dance
• Gender Studies
• Feminist Theory in Performance
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Pauline Boivineau is a Lecturer in Performing Arts and Academic Director of the Master's in Live Performance at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Angers. She holds a PhD in History (2015) and focuses on contemporary dance, gender studies, and feminist approaches in performance. Her research examines forgotten female choreographers, relationality in live performance, and the Nantes choreographic scene. She leads programs like ANR SCAENA (cultural scenes analysis) and PACE (collaborative arts research). Teaching includes Gender and Performance, Cultural Policy, and Methodologies in Master's theses. She co-directs the TU-Nantes theatre studies and contributes to interdisciplinary teams like CHUS and IDHAL. Key publications explore topics like artistic mediation, feminist choreography, and urban dance scenes. She frequently presents at international conferences (ACFAS, Lyon, Montreal), analyzing gender dynamics in performance and cultural policy.

Amélie ChâtelView profile

Professor

• Ecotoxicology
• Environmental Science
• Marine Biology
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Amélie Châtel is a Professor at the University of Angers, Faculty of Sciences, specializing in ecotoxicology of emerging contaminants like nanomaterials and microplastics. She leads the Master's in Ecology and Sustainable Development and the BIOSSE laboratory's HDR program. Her research focuses on assessing the health impacts of contaminants on aquatic invertebrates, using molecular and biochemical tools. She holds a Doctorate in Ecotoxicology (2009) and an HDR (2021) from Le Mans University. Her research interests include: Ecotoxicology of micro/nanoplastics in coastal and estuarine environments Risk assessment using adverse outcome pathways Molecular responses to nanoparticle exposure Environmental fate of contaminants in freshwater and marine systems Key recent work examines plastic toxicity in species like Scrobicularia plana and Corbicula fluminea, emphasizing size-dependent effects and trophic transfer mechanisms. She collaborates on projects like EcoPlastOC and MICRO-LOIRE to map microplastic pollution in the Loire River. Teaching includes courses in cellular physiology, biotechnology, and immunology. Her advisory roles include overseeing the Plastic-Seine project and mentoring four PhD students: Evan Bossard (microplastic impacts), Andrew Barrick (nanomaterial ecotoxicology), Rihab Jaouani (pharmaceutical contaminants), and Clémentine Labbé (continental plastic pollution). She coordinates interdisciplinary programs like BIOSSE and IDHAL, integrating environmental and health research.

Luigi RussiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Semiotics
• Pedagogies for Ecological Transition
• Media Ecology
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Luigi Russi is an Assistant Professor in Pedagogies for Ecological Transition at the Catholic University of the West (Angers, France), affiliated with the Faculty of Education and LIRFE research team. His academic work bridges semiotics, environmental ethics, and legal theory, rooted in C.S. Peirce's pragmatism and Marshall McLuhan's media ecology. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Exeter (2015) and has held visiting research positions at Duquesne University (USA) and Tours University (France). Education: PhD by Publication in Sociology, University of Exeter (2015) Advanced studies in Global Political Economy (City, University of London, 2011-2012) Economics for Transition, University of Plymouth (2013) Research Interests: His research focuses on socio-materiality in ecological movements, reflexive communication practices, and the intersection of law with spatial justice. Notable themes include pedagogical approaches to ecological transition, second-order reflexivity in crises (e.g., pandemic communication), and Islamic financial regulation's correspondence with Sharia principles. Lab & Affiliations: LIRFE (Interdisciplinary Research Lab on Education and Society) DICEN-IdF (Digital Innovation and Environmental Citizenship) at CNAM EES Laboratory (Environment, Economy, Society) at University of Tours Grants & Projects: Lead researcher for the program Peer Learning in Support of Socio-Cultural and Technological Transformations , focusing on adult education methodologies for sustainability transitions.