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Currently the head of business development for Europe at AGC Plasma Technology Solutions, Louis Dellieu is a passionate physicist who has been putting his scientific expertise to work for AGC Glass Europe for nearly 10 years. From insect wings to specialty glass, join us on a journey through a bio-inspired world.

Jointly founded by the University of Namur and UCLouvain, the spin-off Intercept Bio aims to take a new step forward in the prevention of viral respiratory infections. Stemming from research conducted by the teams of Professor Stéphane Vincent at the UNamur Bio-Organic Chemistry Laboratory and Professor David Alsteens at the Louvain Institute of Biomolecular Science and Technology at UCLouvain, and a researcher at the WEL Research Institute, the start-up is developing a nasal spray designed to act right at the entry point for respiratory viruses: the nasal passages.

At the University of Namur, a thesis led by Fabian Delhalle, with support from SPW Research as part of the Win4Doc program, is exploring an innovative approach to producing proteins of therapeutic interest. In collaboration with Bio-Sourcing and the Walloon Center for Agricultural Research, this project aims to better understand the mechanisms of lactation in goats in order to optimize biopharmaceutical production that is more accessible, more flexible, and more environmentally friendly.

At UNamur, research is not confined to laboratories. From physics to political science, robotics, biodiversity, law, AI, and health, researchers collaborate daily with numerous stakeholders in society. The goal? Transform ideas into concrete solutions to address current challenges. 

At UNamur, research is not confined to laboratories. From physics to political science, robotics, biodiversity, law, AI, and health, researchers collaborate daily with numerous stakeholders in society. The goal? To transform ideas into concrete solutions to address current challenges. 

JuryProf. Timoteo CARLETTI (UNamur), ChairProf. Anne-Sophie LIBERT (UNamur), secretaryProf. Benoît FRENAY (UNamur)Prof. Ugo LOCATELLI (University of Rome Tor Vergata)Prof. Konstantin BATYGIN (California Institute of Technology)Prof. Adrien LELEU (University of Geneva)AbstractThe growing number of extrasolar systems detected over the past three decades has made it necessary to develop fast and reliable methods for studying the long-term stability of planetary systems. In this work, we address the complex problem of the stability of compact three-planet systems—in which resonant and chaotic behaviors are intrinsically linked—using chaos indicators and machine learning. In the first part, we design four (variational and non-variational) chaos indicators and test their performance on a synthetic dataset. In the second part, we examine the predictive power of the chaos indicators when combined with different machine learning strategies. Finally, we apply these methods to a synthetic population generated by the Bern formation model, providing results on the long-term behavior and dynamical characterization of the multiple-planet systems in this population. Our analysis highlights the effectiveness of the dynamical tools developed here for assessing the stability of near-resonant systems and paves the way for their use in future space missions.

At UNamur, a doctoral thesis led by Juliette Liégeois—with support from SPW Recherche as part of the Win4Doc program—aims to modernize the automated production of radiotracers used, in particular, to diagnose certain cancers and other diseases. Called SMART, the project is being developed in collaboration with Synlock, a company that designs synthesis robots for academic and industrial laboratories.

At UNamur, a doctoral thesis led by Jozie Tientcheu—with support from SPW Recherche as part of the Win4Doc program—is exploring a new approach to speed up the diagnosis of bacterial antibiotic resistance. Called STABLE2, the project is being developed in collaboration with Coris BioConcept, a Walloon company specializing in rapid diagnostic tests. 

Organizing CommitteeMaxime Hilbert (University of Namur)Lucie Boël (Jean Moulin University of Lyon 3, IRPhiL)Alexandre Francq (University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, Gustave Roussy Institute, Montpellier Institute of Functional Genomics)Eve-Aline Dubois (University of Namur)Azat Garaev (Catholic University of Louvain)Frida Trotter (Independent Researcher)Doan Vu Duc (University of Namur)Victoria Van Gheem (Catholic University of Louvain)Scientific CommitteeChristine Clavien (University of Geneva, iEH2)Alexandre Guay (Catholic University of Louvain)Quentin Hiernaux (Free University of Brussels)Vincent Ardourel (University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, CNRS)Julie Jebeile (CNRM, CNRS)Baptiste Le Bihan (University of Geneva)Soazig Le Bihan (University of Montana)Matteo Mossio (University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne)Olivier Sartenaer (University of Namur)Pieter Thyssen (University of Liège)Laurence Bouquiaux (University of Liège)Antonine Nicoglou (University of Tours) More info

The members of the jury are:Prof. Laura RIZZERIO (Chair), UNamur; Prof. Laurent RAVEZ (Advisor, Secretary), UNamur; Prof. Aude BANDINI, University of Montreal; Prof. Bertrand HESPEL, UNamur; Prof. Sami RICHA, Saint Joseph University of BeirutProf. Grégoire WIEËRS, UNamurThe announcement will be followed by a reception in the Academic Hall.

Practical information:💶 Admission: Free🧑 Target audience: All ages📅 Date: Friday, May 22🕙 Hours: 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM (continuous) (Except for Observatory tours by reservation)📍 Location: Cour de médecine - 3 Rue Joseph Grafé, NamurOn the programLe Confluent des Savoirs, UNamur’s research outreach and public engagement service, invites you to experience an exceptional evening at the heart of the university. Step inside spaces usually off-limits to the public and be amazed by the wealth of activities on offer.Explore the zoology collections and discover the animal world through fascinating specimens and observations. Then take to the skies with tours of the Antoine Thomas Astronomical Observatory—available by reservation only—for a deep dive into the mysteries of the heavens.At the Moretus Plantin University Library (BUMP), let yourself be swept up in a captivating scavenger hunt, following in the footsteps of two iconic figures from Namur folklore: a fun adventure blending puzzles and exploration.Also travel back in time by meeting researchers who reveal the secrets of medieval parchments. Between history and the exact sciences, discover how scientific analysis today makes it possible to identify the animal origin of these precious writing materials.Finally, delve into the heart of today’s environmental challenges with the exhibition “Sentinels in Troubled Waters.” This cross-border research project (ORION) highlights the study and modeling of water quality in the Meuse River basin in the face of human pressures and the challenges of climate change.A unique evening to explore, understand, and marvel… to the rhythm of science.Whether you’re curious, passionate, or simply looking for a unique experience, the Nuit Blanche at UNamur promises a journey rich in discoveries, accessible to all. 

Your health is your most precious asset. To manage pain and illness, you regularly rely on medications. Natural, synthetic, biosynthetic—the choices are vast. Your pharmacist, a medication specialist, is here to advise you. You’re familiar with the community pharmacist, but pharmacy graduates can pursue many other careers that contribute to improving our health and quality of life.