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Julio Parra-Martinez is a Permanent Professor at the Institut des Hautes Études Scientifiques (IHES) since 2024. Originally from Spain, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Valencia, followed by a MASt in Applied Mathematics from the University of Cambridge in 2015, and a PhD in Physics from UCLA in 2020. Prior to joining IHES, he was a Sherman Fairchild Prize Postdoctoral Fellow at Caltech for three years and an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia for one year. His educational background includes: Undergraduate: University of Valencia, Spain MASt in Applied Mathematics: University of Cambridge (2015) PhD in Physics: University of California Los Angeles (2020) Parra-Martinez is a theoretical physicist specializing in quantum field theory, scattering amplitudes, gravitation, effective field theories, and string theory. His recent work focuses on importing techniques from particle physics to classical general relativity, with applications to gravitational-wave and black-hole physics. He has made significant contributions to understanding how scattering amplitude techniques, originally developed for particle colliders, can be applied to gravitational systems. His research bridges the gap between quantum field theory and classical gravity, particularly in the context of binary black hole systems and gravitational wave emission. His publication record shows a consistent focus on using scattering amplitude methods to tackle problems in gravitational physics. Over the past five years, he has published extensively on post-Minkowskian expansions, gravitational waveforms, soft theorems, and connections between quantum field theory and classical gravity. His work often involves collaborations with leading researchers in the field and demonstrates how techniques from particle physics can be adapted to gravitational systems, particularly in the context of extreme mass ratio binaries and gravitational wave physics. Among his notable scientific achievements are: Mayhew Prize (2015) Fulbright Fellowship (2015-2020) Sherman Fairchild Prize Postdoctoral Fellowship Parra-Martinez is actively involved in the theoretical physics community, with numerous upcoming seminars, talks, and lectures scheduled through 2026 at institutions worldwide including ICTP Trieste, Universidade de Sao Paulo, University of Southampton, and others. His research program continues to explore the connections between particle physics techniques and gravitational physics, with particular emphasis on gravitational wave astronomy and black hole physics.

• Quantum Field Theory
• Scattering Amplitudes
• Gravitation
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Eric Collet is a University Professor and Head of Department at the Institute of Physics of Rennes (IPR), a joint research unit of CNRS and Université de Rennes. His work centers on ultrafast photoinduced phase transitions, spin-crossover materials, and the control of functional materials using light and THz excitation. He leads a dynamic research team and is deeply involved in international collaborations, particularly through the IM-LED International Laboratory with Japan. University: University of Rennes School: Institute of Physics of Rennes Department: Department of Materials and Light Academic Rank: Professor Email: eric.collet@univ-rennes.fr Professor Collet's research explores the ultrafast dynamics of molecular and condensed matter systems, especially those exhibiting multistability and photoresponsiveness. His work combines femtosecond optical and X-ray techniques to probe structural and electronic changes at atomic scales. Key areas include spin-crossover phenomena, photomagnetism, ferroelasticity, and nonlinear phononics. He investigates how light can trigger cooperative responses in materials, leading to persistent phase transitions with applications in photonics and memory devices. The recent publications of Eric Collet reveal a strong focus on ultrafast structural dynamics, photoinduced charge and spin transitions, and the coupling of electronic states with lattice distortions. His team frequently employs advanced X-ray methods at large-scale facilities like ESRF and LCLS. The research spans from fundamental quantum dynamics to applied materials science, with recurring themes in symmetry breaking, cooperative switching, and room-temperature photoresponse in molecular systems. Scientific awards and recognitions include: CNRS Silver Medal (2020) Louis Ancel Prize, French Physical Society Hot Paper selection in PCCP (2019) Very Important Paper recognition in Eur. J. Inorg. Chem. (2019) News & Views feature in Nature Chemistry (2020) Eric Collet actively mentors PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, and has supervised numerous publications in top journals. He has led major scientific initiatives such as the UCM2018 symposium and JMC2021 conference. His research is supported by grants from ANR, CNRS, and the Institut Universitaire de France. He collaborates extensively with institutions in France, Japan, and beyond. His research is conducted primarily within the Department of Materials and Light at the Institute of Physics of Rennes. He co-directs the IM-LED International Laboratory with Prof. Shin-ichi Ohkoshi (University of Tokyo) and collaborates with groups in Bordeaux, Lebanon, and Japan. His lab specializes in time-resolved X-ray diffraction, ultrafast spectroscopy, and nonlinear optical control of materials.

• Ultrafast Phenomena
• Photoinduced Phase Transitions
• Spin-Crossover Materials
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Sreedhar B Dutta is an Assistant Professor in the School of Physics at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, and a Master of Science and Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics from the Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Chennai, India. Doctoral Education: Theoretical Physics (Ph.D.) Postdoctoral Experience: Tata Institute for Fundamental Research (2001-2004), Harish-Chandra Research Institute (2004-2005), Korea Institute for Advanced Study (2005-2009), Laboratoire de Physique des Materiaux (2009-2010). His research focuses on Statistical Physics and Field Theory , with emphasis on Nonequilibrium Systems, Critical Phenomena, and Conformal Field Theory. He has contributed to studies on the Ising and Spherical models, quantum Hall systems, and periodically driven stochastic systems. Dr. Dutta's publications highlight trends in Non-equilibrium Statistical Mechanics, Quantum Field Theory, and applications to Condensed Matter systems. His work spans kinetics of phase transitions, aging phenomena, and critical dynamics. He teaches Mathematical Methods in Physics and Quantum Mechanics , contributing to foundational and advanced physics education. Contact: sbdutta@iisertvm.ac.in , +91 (0)471-2778131.

• Statistical Physics
• Field Theory
• Nonequilibrium Statistical Physics
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Eddy Collin is a permanent Researcher at the National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS), affiliated with Institut Néel in Grenoble, France. He is part of the Condensed Matter and Low Temperatures (MCBT) department and leads research in the Ultra-Basses Températures (UBT) team. Collin joined CNRS in 2004 following a PhD in 3 He physics and postdoctoral work on superconducting quantum bits and electron behavior in helium films. His laboratory (Office M-201) focuses on fundamental quantum phenomena at ultra-low temperatures. Research interests span quantum fluids (superfluid 3 He/ 4 He), nano-mechanical systems, microwave quantum technologies, and optomechanics. His work emphasizes model systems to explore foundational physics principles, bridging theoretical concepts with experimental validation in extreme conditions.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Low Temperature Physics
• Quantum Fluids
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Mohamed Amara is a Professor and President of the Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour (UPPA). He is a member of the Inria MAGIQUE-3D team, specializing in numerical analysis and mathematical modeling. His research focuses on finite element methods, computational fluid dynamics, and photovoltaic technologies. He has contributed to advancements in solar energy systems, thermal management of photovoltaic cells, and materials science. Amara has supervised PhD students Elvira Shishenina and Izar Azpiroz, who successfully defended their theses. His work bridges applied mathematics with engineering applications, including studies on estuarian river flows and phase change materials. Roles: Professor, President of UPPA, Inria MAGIQUE-3D researcher Key Research Themes: Numerical Analysis, Solar Energy, Fluid Dynamics Amara's recent publications emphasize structural color metasurfaces, radiative cooling of solar modules, and perovskite solar cell optimization. He collaborates internationally on photovoltaic systems and thermal modeling, addressing challenges in energy efficiency and material performance.

• Numerical Analysis
• Finite Element Methods
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
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Alberto Bramati is a Professor at Sorbonne Université, affiliated with the Laboratoire Kastler Brossel (LKB) located at the Jussieu campus in Paris. His research focuses on quantum fluids of light and nanophotonics within the Quantum Optics team. He holds a permanent position in the laboratory and can be reached at his provided email and phone number. His research interests center on advancing theoretical and experimental studies in quantum optics, particularly exploring novel phenomena in quantum fluids and nanoscale photonics systems. The laboratory’s infrastructure supports his work in these cutting-edge areas. No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided text, though his affiliation with LKB—a leading institution in quantum research—suggests significant contributions to the field. No advised students or publications are explicitly mentioned here.

• Quantum Optics
• Quantum Fluids of Light
• Nanophotonics

Tarik Yefsah is a Researcher at the Physics department of École Normale Supérieure, affiliated with the Kastler Brossel Laboratory. His research focuses on quantum simulation, quantum gases, and many-body physics. He contributes to advancements in ultracold fermi gases and precision measurements in quantum systems. His work includes experimental and theoretical studies of correlated quantum systems, with a particular emphasis on imaging techniques and understanding collective phenomena in cold atom systems. Yefsah leads the Ultracold Fermi Gases Lab, exploring topics such as quantum correlations, superfluidity, and topological phases in ultracold matter. Recent research highlights include quantum gas microscopy of fermionic systems, in situ imaging of single-atom wave packets, and investigations into many-body localization transitions. His studies bridge fundamental physics with potential applications in quantum technologies and analog quantum simulation platforms.

• Quantum Simulation
• Quantum Gases
• Many-Body Physics
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Pierre Sagaut is a Professor at Aix-Marseille Université , leading research in the Instabilities, Turbulence and Couplings team. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal "Computers and Fluids" and holds editorial roles at Journal of Computational Physics , Journal of Turbulence , and Journal of Scientific Computing . His academic leadership extends to roles in the Scientific Council of the AFM (President) and ERCOFTAC (Vice-President). Research Interests focus on Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM) for compressible/turbulent flows Aerodynamics, aeroacoustics, and aerothermics Uncertainty quantification and data assimilation Immersed boundary techniques for complex geometries Scientific Awards include the 2024 CNRS Bronze Medal Senior Member, Institut Universitaire de France Article Trends highlight LBM applications in nuclear reactor safety, urban pollutant dispersion, helicopter intake dynamics, and transonic flows. Recent works address mass leakage correction, hybrid RANS/LES turbulence modeling, and quantum-inspired lattice gas algorithms. Grants & Collaborations involve partnerships with CNRS, ERCOFTAC, and AFM, focusing on computational fluid dynamics and turbulence modeling.

• Turbulent Flows
• Aerodynamics
• Aeroacoustics
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Virginie Ehrlacher Galland is a Professor at CERMICS (Centre d'Enseignement et de Recherche en Mathématiques et Calcul Scientifique) within École des Ponts ParisTech. Her expertise lies in applied mathematics, numerical analysis, and computational physics, with a focus on multiscale problems, quantum chemistry, and uncertainty quantification. She holds a PhD from CERMICS (2012) and a Habilitation (2020) from Université Paris-Dauphine. Her research interests include cross-diffusion systems, reduced basis methods, and optimal transport applications. Key contributions involve numerical methods for electronic structure calculations, homogenization techniques, and adaptive algorithms. She leads the ERC Starting Grant HighLEAP (2023-2028) and contributes to major projects like the ERC Synergy project EMC². Awards: Irène Joliot-Curie Prize (2023), Chevalier de l’Ordre National du Mérite (2025). Grants/Projects: ERC Starting Grant HighLEAP (PI), ERC Synergy EMC² (Member), ANR JCJC COMODO (PI). Her work bridges theoretical analysis and computational methods, addressing challenges in materials science, fluid dynamics, and machine learning applications.

• Quantum Chemistry
• Uncertainty Quantification
• Numerical Analysis
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Sébastien Galtier is a Professor of Astrophysics at Université Paris-Saclay and a member of the Plasma Physics Laboratory (LPP) at the Polytechnic School (École Polytechnique), located in Palaiseau, France. He holds an honorary fellowship from the Institut Universitaire de France. His primary affiliation is with the Space Plasmas team within the LPP, focusing on fundamental plasma physics and astrophysical applications. His research spans turbulence in astrophysical and cosmological contexts, including solar wind dynamics, magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), gravitational waves, and interstellar medium processes. He employs advanced mathematical frameworks and numerical simulations to explore these phenomena. Key research areas include weak MHD turbulence theory, solar coronal heating mechanisms, planetary dynamo processes, and the study of compressible and incompressible plasma turbulence. His work bridges theoretical models with observational data from space missions and laboratory experiments. Notable contributions include groundbreaking studies on gravitational wave turbulence, solar wind plasma dynamics, and the development of exact scaling laws for compressible and Hall MHD turbulence. He has authored influential books such as Physics of Wave Turbulence (2023) and Introduction to Modern Magnetohydrodynamics (2016). Awards include the Honorary Fellowship of the University Institute of France, recognizing his contributions to plasma physics and astrophysics. His research has been published in leading journals like Physical Review Letters , Astrophysical Journal , and Journal of Plasma Physics .

• Plasma Physics
• Astrophysics
• Turbulence
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Ingrid Lacroix-Violet is a Professor at the University of Lorraine , affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Technology and the research institute IECL (Institut Élie Cartan de Lorraine). Her primary research focuses on the analysis and numerical solution of partial differential equations (PDEs), with emphasis on quantum fluid models, Bose-Einstein condensates, and high-order computational methods. She collaborates with the PDE team at IECL and maintains offices at both IECL (Room 214) and Polytech Nancy (Room F316). Her research interests span: Theoretical analysis of fluid models (Navier-Stokes-Korteweg, Euler-Korteweg) and quantum systems (Schrödinger equations). Numerical innovation including linearly implicit methods, exponential integrators, and energy-preserving algorithms for evolution equations. Applications in vortex dynamics, rotating condensates, and stability of computational schemes. Recent publications (2017–2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on advancing numerical techniques for quantum and fluid systems, with recurring themes of stability analysis, high-order discretization, and physical applications like Bose-Einstein condensates. Her work bridges mathematical rigor with computational efficiency in modeling complex physical phenomena.

• Partial Differential Equations
• Numerical Analysis
• Quantum Fluid Models
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Léonie Canet is a Professor at the University of Grenoble Alpes and serves as Deputy Director of the Laboratoire de Physique et Modélisations des Milieux Condensés (LPMMC) . Her research focuses on out-of-equilibrium statistical mechanics , including non-perturbative renormalization group techniques, reaction-diffusion processes, and the Kardar-Parisi-Zhang equation. She also explores developed turbulence, non-equilibrium Bose-Einstein condensates, and quantum fluids of light. She has organized or participated in several interdisciplinary workshops, including the NEQFluids2016 Conference on classical and quantum fluids, the Mathematical and Theoretical Physics Approaches to the KPZ Equation workshop, and events on turbulence and polaritons. Her work bridges theoretical physics with applications in condensed matter and quantum systems. Contact: leonie.canet@grenoble.cnrs.fr

• Out-of-equilibrium statistical mechanics
• Non-perturbative renormalization group
• Reaction-diffusion processes
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Sylvain Nascimbene is a Professor at Ecole Normale Supérieure (ENS-PSL) in Paris since 2023, affiliated with the Laboratoire Kastler Brossel at Collège de France. His research focuses on experimental quantum physics with ultracold Dysprosium and Rubidium atoms, particularly in topological matter simulation and quantum-enhanced sensing. 2023–present: Professor at ENS 2011–2023: Assistant Professor at ENS 2022: Junior member of Institut universitaire de France 2020: Habilitation à diriger des recherches 2010–2011: Postdoc at Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics 2006–2010: PhD under C. Salomon and F. Chevy at Laboratoire Kastler Brossel His research includes: Quantum-enhanced sensing with ultracold Dysprosium Simulation of quantum Hall effect and topological phases Studies of 2D Bose gases and spin mixtures Notable projects: TOPODY (2018–2023): ERC-funded exploration of topological matter MAFAG (2016–2017): Investigation of Majorana fermions Scientific Awards: ERC Starting Grant (TOPODY) Junior member of Institut universitaire de France He teaches courses at ENS including classical optics, quantum optics, and ultracold atom physics, and has contributed to curriculum development and exam materials.

• Quantum Physics
• Ultracold Atoms
• Topological Matter
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Frédéric CHEVY is a Professor at the Ecole Normale Supérieure (ENS-PSL) and Director of the Physics Doctoral School in Ile de France (EDPIF). He is also a Lecturer at École Polytechnique and a Senior member of the University Institute of France. His research focuses on theoretical and experimental aspects of quantum and classical fluids. Affiliations: Laboratoire de physique de l’ENS (LPENS), LabEx ENS-ICFP, École Polytechnique Physics department His work spans ultracold atom-based quantum simulations of many-body physics, capillary phenomena, atomtronics, and topological systems. Recent studies include non-Abelian gauge field dynamics, quantum transport in optical lattices, and relativistic system analogs. He has co-authored over 30 publications including in Physical Review Letters , Science , and Nature Communications . Scientific contributions include: Landau criterion deviations in superfluids Quasi-thermalization in collisionless systems Quantum polaron dynamics Classical physics analyses (e.g., phantom glass mystery, cobra waves) He teaches advanced quantum mechanics in the ICFP Master’s program and relativity/electromagnetism at ENS. His group collaborates with institutions in Paris, Singapore (NTU), and Toronto.

• Quantum Fluids
• Classical Fluids
• Ultracold Atoms
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E.W. "Bert" Meijer is a Distinguished University Professor in Molecular Sciences and Professor of Organic Chemistry at Eindhoven University of Technology, where he has been appointed since 1991. He serves as co-director of the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems and holds part-time positions at Radboud University Nijmegen, Max Planck Institute Mainz, and University of California Santa Barbara. Since 2022, he has also been a visiting professorial fellow at the University of New South Wales. His research focuses on supramolecular polymers and functional materials, with particular expertise in multicomponent systems in water, biomimetic materials, and chiral supramolecular assemblies. Meijer's group explores the interplay between molecular structure, supramolecular architecture, and dynamic behavior, with applications ranging from responsive hydrogels to advanced optoelectronic materials. His work combines experimental techniques like cryo-TEM and hydrogen-deuterium exchange mass spectrometry with computational modeling. Meijer's publication record shows consistent high-impact contributions, with recent work emphasizing multicomponent supramolecular systems, chiral amplification, and applications in biomaterials and optoelectronics. His 2023-2025 publications demonstrate particular strength in circularly polarized light emission, supramolecular polymer dynamics, and biomimetic material design. Major Scientific Honors: Spinoza Award (2001) ACS Award for Polymer Chemistry (2006) AkzoNobel Science Award (2010) International Award of Society of Polymer Science Japan (2011) Cope Scholar Award (2012) Prelog Medal (2014) Nagoya Gold Medal (2017) Chirality Medal (2018) Commander in Order of Netherlands Lion (2020) Meijer serves on numerous editorial boards including Advanced Materials and as Associate Editor of the Journal of the American Chemical Society. His research has been supported by multiple prestigious grants, leading to fundamental advances in supramolecular polymerization mechanisms and functional biomaterials. He leads the Meijer Lab at Eindhoven, which maintains strong international collaborations and focuses on translating fundamental supramolecular principles into advanced materials with biomedical and technological applications.

• Supramolecular Polymers
• Functional Supramolecular Materials
• Biomaterials
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