Arash Habibi

Arash Habibi is a Lecturer in Computer Science at the University of Strasbourg, affiliated with the Department of Computer Science within the UFR of Mathematics and Computer Science. He is also a Researcher at the ICube Research Laboratory (UMR 7357 CNRS) focusing on Geometric and Graphical Computing. His roles include Director of Studies for the Computer Science Department (since 2014) and Educational Manager of the first-year computer science program (since 2018).

Education:
- PhD in Computer Science (1993-1997) from INPG, with a thesis on 'Study, through synthesis, of the Form-Movement-Image relationship' (1997).
- DEA in Cognitive Sciences (1993) from INPG.
- Electronics Engineering degree (1992) from INPG.

Research Interests:
Habibi's work centers on geometric modeling, animation using physical models, and computational methods for simulating natural phenomena. His contributions span academic research and industry, including roles at animation studios like BUF Compagnie and Illumination Entertainment, contributing to films such as Arthur and the Minimoys and Thor.

Professional Experience:
- Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Montreal (1997-98).
- Technical Director and graphics artist in animation studios (2003–2012).
- Key academic leadership roles since 1998, including managing first-year programs and overseeing departmental education.

Contact:
ICube Lab, API Pole, 300 Bd Sébastien Brant, 67412 Illkirch, France.
Email: ahabibi@unistra.fr.