Centrale Lille Research Directory
Research Activities
Since 2004, I have conducted my research within the AIMAN-FILMS group at IEMN, at the interface of microsystems, active materials, wave physics, and multiphysics coupling. With an initial background in acoustic RF devices and piezoelectric materials (Université de Lorraine, LPMIA/IJL), I have developed expertise in the design, fabrication, modelling, and instrumentation of MEMS, wave-based systems, and micro/nanostructured functional materials.
My research currently develops along two main directions.
Microsystems for Flow Sensing and Control
My first research direction focuses on the development of high-resolution thermal microsensors and microactuators for fluid mechanics, covering the full chain from physical modelling and MEMS fabrication to experimental validation in wind tunnels and flight conditions.
This work has resulted in several patents and international distinctions and has contributed to major collaborative research programmes, including ANR TDM, ANR ASTRID, ASTRID Maturation, ANR PRC, the PEPR Electronics programme (RESIST), and the CPER ELSAT and RITMEA programmes (2021–2027).
Within these activities, I have played a key role in the scientific coordination of Centrale Lille/IEMN contributions and in the development of a regional experimental platform dedicated to aerodynamic sensing, flow control, and optimisation.
More recently, this research has been extended toward advanced turbulent-flow metrology, in particular through the ANR SNAPPER project (2025–2028), which I coordinate, dedicated to the development of a thermoplasmonic hot-wire anemometer combining micro/nanostructured optical absorbers and thermal sensing.
Active Materials, Wave-Based Microsystems and Multiphysics Coupling
My second research direction explores active and functional materials integrated into wave-based microsystems, with particular emphasis on hybrid piezoelectric/magnetostrictive structures and magnetoelectric, magnetoelastic, thermoplasmonic, and photoacoustic coupling.
This includes the investigation of magnon–phonon interactions, piezomagnetic waveguides, acoustic and electromagnetic metasurfaces, and surface acoustic wave devices for sensing, energy-system instrumentation, predictive maintenance, and digital twins.
These activities are supported by several projects that I coordinate or co-lead, including ANR WISSTITWIN (2021–2024), CPER Energy EE4.0 – ARGOS (2024–2027), and the SMART-ERM Industry of the Future project (2025–2028).
In parallel, I develop photonic, plasmonic, and acoustic wave systems exploiting local resonances, Fano resonances, and bound states in the continuum (BICs) to achieve enhanced field confinement, high quality factors, and improved sensor sensitivity.
European and National Research Projects
A major part of my current activity is devoted to the coordination of interdisciplinary and international research programmes:
MSCA Doctoral Network CanDoIT (2024–2027) – Coordinator
European doctoral network involving 12 PhD candidates and dedicated to the development of an ultrasensitive multimodal platform for breast cancer diagnosis and therapeutic monitoring.
EIC Pathfinder SWEATPATCH (2024–2028) – Deputy Coordinator
Development and clinical validation of a passive wearable patch combining acoustic metasurfaces and functionalised materials for therapeutic monitoring through sweat biomarkers.
ANR SNAPPER (2025–2028) – Coordinator
Development of a thermoplasmonic hot-wire anemometer for advanced turbulent-flow metrology.
These projects are complemented by my involvement as institutional scientific coordinator, work-package leader, or task leader in several other national and European programmes.
From Fundamental Physics to Applications
My research lies at the crossroads of fluid mechanics, aeronautics, electrical engineering, micro/nanotechnologies, photonics, and biomedical engineering. It relies on long-term collaborations with physicists, engineers, clinicians, and industrial partners, with the objective of translating innovative physical concepts into functional devices and experimental technologies.
A common thread throughout my research is the combination of multiphysics modelling, functional materials, micro/nanofabrication, wave engineering, and experimental instrumentation to address major scientific and technological challenges.
This interdisciplinary approach has led to applications in three main strategic areas: health and biomedical sensing, Industry 4.0 and energy-system monitoring, and advanced turbulent-flow metrology. It provides a bridge between fundamental physics and technological innovation, with a strong emphasis on experimental demonstration, technology transfer, and valorisation.
MEMS & Microsystems · Sensors & Actuators · Active Materials · Multiphysics Coupling · Acoustic Waves · Phononic & Photonic Structures · Metasurfaces · Magnetoelectric Coupling · Thermoplasmonics · Photoacoustic Spectroscopy · Flow Sensing & Control · Biomedical Sensing
Institutional and Collective Responsibilities
My collective and institutional engagement spans the laboratory, Centrale Lille Institut, doctoral education, international academic networks, and European research programmes. Through elected positions and coordination responsibilities, I contribute to the development of research and education strategies, academic governance, international mobility, innovation, and technology transfer.
Institutional and Academic Responsibilities
Since 2020, I have been an elected member of the IEMN Laboratory Council and Scientific Council, contributing to scientific orientations, the structuring of research activities, and strategic decisions within the laboratory.
Since 2021, I have been an elected member of the Centrale Lille School Council, which contributes to defining and developing the institution's education strategy. In this role, I participate in discussions and decisions concerning academic programmes, pedagogical developments, research–education interactions, and academic partnerships.
Since 2018, I have served as IEMN Institutional Representative for Centrale Lille, acting as an interface between the management of Centrale Lille and IEMN. My responsibilities include budget monitoring, coordination of academic and temporary teaching/research staff recruitment, and alignment of institutional and scientific strategies.
Since 2018, I have represented Centrale Lille within the “Micro-Nano-Technologies, Acoustics and Telecommunications” committee of the ENGSYS Doctoral School, contributing to the selection of PhD candidates and the monitoring of doctoral students through individual follow-up committees (CSI).
Since September 2023, I have served as Centrale Lille Institutional Coordinator for Central and Eastern European Countries (PECO). I oversee incoming and outgoing student mobility, academic agreements, and institutional support for international exchanges.
Since September 2024, I have also served as Innovation Correspondent for IEMN/Centrale Lille within the SHAKER network (PUI – University Innovation Hub). My role is to support researchers in identifying projects with strong innovation potential and to facilitate technology transfer, valorisation, and connections between academic research and innovation programmes.
European Research Coordination
At the European level, I hold coordination responsibilities in major collaborative research programmes.
I am the Coordinator of the MSCA Doctoral Network CanDoIT (since January 2024), an international doctoral programme bringing together academic, clinical, and industrial partners.
I am also Deputy Coordinator of the EIC Pathfinder SWEATPATCH project (since April 2024), contributing to the scientific and organisational management of a multidisciplinary European consortium.
These responsibilities involve the management of international consortia, interdisciplinary scientific coordination, supervision of research and training activities, strategic decision-making, and interactions with European institutions and project partners.
Together, these activities reflect my commitment to collective academic responsibilities and institutional service, from laboratory governance and education to international cooperation, innovation, and European research coordination.
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