Philippe Kourilsky

Philippe Kourilsky is a Professor and Chair of Molecular Immunology at Collège de France since 1998, and currently serves as Chairman of the Singapore Immunology Network (SIgN) since 2006. His career spans academia, industry, and advisory roles, including Director General of the Pasteur Institute (2000-2005) and co-founding the biotech company Transgène in 1981.

• PhD, University of Paris (1970)
• Ecole Polytechnique, Paris (1964)

His research focuses on genetic engineering and immunology, particularly molecular mechanisms of immune responses and vaccine development. He has contributed to understanding immune networks and biotechnology innovation.

Awards include the Commandeur de la Légion d'Honneur (2009), multiple Docteur honoris causa titles, and prestigious prizes in medical and immunology research. He also chairs the Innovation Committee at Veolia Environment and advises on biotechnologies.