Board of directors and team
The Board
Director and Deputy Directors
Véronique Terras
Director
Research Director at the Laboratoire de Physique Théorique et Modèles Statistiques (LPTMS) and Deputy Director at École Doctorale 564: « Physique en Ile-de-France » (EDPIF). With her extensive experience in theoretical physics and academic leadership, she brings a valuable perspective to the mission and future challenges of our Institute.
Giuseppe Foffi
Deputy Director
University Professor at Université Paris-Saclay, Giuseppe conducts his research at the Laboratoire de Physique des Solides (LPS), where he was formerly responsible for the research Axe 3: Soft Matter. An expert in statistical mechanics and theoretical and computational modelling of soft matter, he aims to contribute to the promotion and development of the IPa, particularly in his fields of research and teaching, both locally and internationally.
Jacques Bittoun
Deputy Director
University Professor, Inpatient practitioner of Biophysics and Nuclear Medicine at Paris-Sud University, former Vice-President of Research (2007-2012), former President (2012-2016) of Université Paris-Sud and Director of Institut Joliot at CEA, Jacques role is to assist the Director. Due to his experience with the different University communities and due to his multidisciplinary education, he can offer recommendations and facilitate contact in particular with the Life Sciences Community.
Administrative Director
Aurélie Lando
General Secretary
As part of the directive team, she participates with the board in the setting of the Institute's objectives and is responsible for the financial and administrative management. She is also the link between the board and the wider team.
The team
Anna Guerreschi
Program Manager
One of our most experienced program managers, her background in Translation and Interpreting Studies allowed her to participate in several international experiences, including studying programs and traineeships.
Francesca Sconfienza
Program and Communication Manager
She brings with her a wealth of experience in the fields of Events Management which allows her to smoothly take care of the organisation of the programs. She is also in charge of the communication of the Institute.
Landry Kibinza
IT Manager
He is in charge for the Institute of the relationship with the university's information systems office and external service providers. During programs and events, he is available to meet the IT and audiovisual needs of all guests.
Vesna Cupic
Program Manager
With a background in architecture and interior design, she has a strong experience in the high-end fashion and luxury field. For the past 20 years she has organised major events locally and internationally.
Former Directors
Denis Ullmo
Yves Balkanski