EN BREF Superordinateurs : outils essentiels pour les recherches en astrophysique. Utilisation pour des simulations complexes des phénomènes cosmiques. Collaboration de chercheurs via des supercalculateurs comme Frontera et Jean Zay. Capacités de calcul dépassant les quadrillions d’opérations par seconde. Projets en cours pour créer la plus grande carte 3D de l’univers. Impact sur la compréhension … Read more
EN BREF Algorithme : suite d’étapes pour transformer des données d’entrée en données de sortie. Les mathématiques et l’informatique travaillent en symbiose. Un algorithme est essentiel en programmation informatique. Structuration des étapes pour résoudre un problème. Les principes de l’algorithmique incluent des assertions et un objectif clair. Les algorithmes sont fondamentaux pour le calcul numérique … Read more
IN SHORT Microelectronics : Used in computers and smartphones. Laser beam : Applications in medicine and communication. MRI : Medical imaging for diagnosis. Agriculture : Irradiation to extend the shelf life of food. Mechanics : Principles governing our daily movements. Thermodynamics : Regulation of heat in our devices. Optics : Screens and display technologies. Quantum … Read more
IN BRIEF AI technologies and their impact on research in theoretical physics. Fusion between artificial intelligence and quantum physics for radical innovation. Role of AI in science popularization and education. Analysis of technological advancements and future prospects in AI. Consequences for the future of scientific professions and the utilization of AI assets. Ethics and responsibility … Read more
IN SHORT Mathematics as a forecasting tool for various sectors. Challenges posed by machines and artificial intelligence. The importance of collaborative work between scientific disciplines. Essential role of mathematical models in societal understanding. The debate around mathematics: human invention or universal discovery. Celebration of the International Day of Mathematics. Exploration of fractals and chaos theory. … Read more
IN BRIEF Digital technologies to optimize medical treatments. Personalized radiotherapy preserving healthy tissues. Smart prosthetics to enhance human capabilities. 3D printing for customized medical solutions. Biomarkers for precise diagnostics. Artificial intelligence in the service of medical diagnostics. New forms of artificial life to fight diseases. Digital twins for treatment simulation and monitoring. Advanced medical imaging … Read more
IN BRIEF Geophysics: essential tool for archaeological prospection. LiDAR: revolutionary technique for detecting hidden remains. Satellite imagery and remote sensing to locate archaeological sites. Use of radiometric dating methods to establish the age of artifacts. Diagnostics: characterization and dating of excavated remains. Modern technologies for a more scientific and precise approach to archaeology. The convergence … Read more
IN BRIEF Fundamental physical principles of robotics Exploration of simple machines and pneumatics Smart materials for cohabitation with humans Introduction to the concept of digital twin Anthropological challenges related to robot efficiency Interaction between humanoid robotics and social interaction Sensory controls and actuation mechanisms Bio-inspired approach in robotic design Originating from work and laws of … Read more
IN BRIEF Numerical simulation: Modern method of modeling on a computer. Facilitates understanding and prediction of real phenomena. Reduces physical prototypes, resulting in savings of time and money. Supports the analysis of experimental results. Broker for scenarios impossible to realize physically. Used in materials science and plasma physics. New challenges for simulation tools. Integrates physical … Read more
IN BRIEF Fundamental principle: stimulated emission, discovered by Albert Einstein. Structure: a laser includes a material medium and a pumping system. Light coherence: the produced photons have identical characteristics. Diverse applications: fundamental research, industry, telecommunications, medicine. Beam properties: confinement of the wave by reflecting mirrors. The physics behind lasers constitutes a fascinating and complex field … Read more