Jean-Louis MIGEOT

Jean-Louis MIGEOT (born November 23, 1961 in Etterbeek) is a Civil Engineer, Doctor of Applied Sciences, and Acoustician who serves as President of the Royal Academy of Belgium and Director of the Technology and Society Class since his election on March 27, 2010. He holds academic positions as Lecturer at both the Free University of Brussels and the Royal Conservatory of Music in Liège.

His educational background includes a Bachelor of Management and a Doctor of Applied Sciences. As a scholar deeply engaged at the intersection of science and music, Migeot has authored publications exploring the mathematical foundations of musical structures and acoustic phenomena.

Migeot's research spans acoustics, dynamic phenomena modeling, and numerical methods with particular focus on the mathematical principles underlying music theory and noise pollution. His work bridges engineering disciplines with artistic expression, examining how scientific concepts manifest in musical composition, instrument design, and acoustic environments. He has delivered numerous lectures on topics ranging from airport noise pollution to the arithmetic origins of Western musical scales.

His scientific recognition includes:

• Technological Innovation Award (2005)
• Grand Prix Wallonie Exportation (2006)
• Jacques Verdeyen Prize (1984)
• Solvay Award (1997)

As co-founder and Managing Director of Free Field Technologies SA (established with Prof. Jean-Pierre Coyette), Migeot has led the development of industry-standard acoustic simulation software adopted globally across multiple sectors. The company maintains subsidiaries in France, Japan, and the United States, reflecting its international impact.

Migeot's academic and industrial work demonstrates a unique synthesis of theoretical knowledge and practical application, particularly evident in his exploration of the relationship between mathematical structures and musical expression. His leadership at the Royal Academy of Belgium positions him at the forefront of interdisciplinary dialogue between technology and society.