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Franck Hétroy-Wheeler is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Strasbourg since 2017, affiliated with the ICube research institute and the Computer Graphics and Geometry (IGG) team. He is currently visiting the Knowledge Media Institute of the Open University. His research focuses on 3D shape analysis, plant growth modeling, and computational geometry, with applications in computer vision, remote sensing, and digital geometry processing. Key projects include UrTrees (citizen science urban tree measurement) and 4DPlants (spatiotemporal plant analysis).
Education includes an HDR in Computer Science (2015, Université Grenoble Alpes), a PhD in Signal Processing (2003), and a M.Eng. from Grenoble INP. He has advised numerous PhD and Master’s students, contributing to advancements in plant segmentation, geometric modeling, and motion tracking.
Teaching emphasizes problem-solving, algorithm design, and digital geometry, with courses like Advanced Algorithms and 3D Animation. Collaborations span institutions such as INRAe, Forest Research UK, and Inria Lyon. His work bridges computer science with life sciences, addressing challenges in plant phenotyping and environmental monitoring.
