Georges Dumont

Georges Dumont is a Professor at École Normale Supérieure de Rennes, where he serves as Scientific Director of the Immersia virtual reality platform and Project Manager of Immerstar. He previously held leadership positions as Scientific Manager of the MEDIA and INTERACTION department at IRISA-UMR6074 (2010-2016) and Director of the Mechatronics Department at ENS Rennes (2012-2016).

Professor Dumont's research spans biomechanics, virtual reality, motion capture technologies, and human-computer interaction. His work bridges theoretical developments with practical applications in ergonomics, sports science, and virtual training environments. He has developed significant expertise in motion analysis, force estimation, and biomechanical modeling, with applications ranging from workplace design to athletic performance optimization.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on applying virtual reality and motion capture technologies to solve real-world problems in ergonomics and sports biomechanics. His research demonstrates consistent productivity across multiple disciplines, with particular emphasis on developing computational methods for analyzing human movement and interactions with virtual environments.

Professor Dumont's scientific contributions include:

• Development of methods for motion-based force and moment prediction
• Advancements in virtual reality applications for ergonomic assessment
• Biomechanical analysis of sports movements, particularly in diving
• Innovative approaches to muscle path modeling and biomechanical simulation

His research program demonstrates strong continuity in applying computational methods to biomechanical problems, with recent work increasingly incorporating machine learning techniques. Professor Dumont maintains active collaborations across disciplines and institutions, contributing to the advancement of both theoretical understanding and practical applications in his fields of expertise.

Professor Dumont leads the Immersia virtual reality platform, which provides state-of-the-art infrastructure for conducting research in human movement analysis and virtual environment interactions. His work with students and collaborators focuses on developing methods that translate biomechanical research into practical tools for workplace design, sports performance analysis, and rehabilitation engineering.