I am a dedicated researcher in secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS), actually holding a post-doctoral position at Texas A&M. My academic journey fueled my passion for exploring the intricacies of material analysis at the molecular level.

📚 Throughout my research journey, I've had the privilege of investigating the surface and interface chemistry of laser welded materials, but also developing new methodologies for microelectronics characterization using ToF-SIMS tandem MS/MS. Currently at Texas A&M, I am working on nanoprojectile SIMS (NP-SIMS) on both fundamentals and biological applications. These experiences have not only sharpened my expertise in surface chemistry, chemical imaging, data treatment or python programming, but have also deepened my commitment to pushing the boundaries of scientific exploration in this field.

🔧 In addition to my technical skills, I am known for my ability to foster teamwork, bringing out the best in multidisciplinary collaborations. In the realm of problem-solving, creativity becomes a driving force, enabling me to approach challenges with innovative solutions that push the boundaries of conventional thinking.

🗣️ Effective communication, both oral and written, is more than a skill; it's a bridge connecting complex scientific findings with diverse audiences. This proficiency has proven crucial in articulating the nuances of my research to both scientific peers and those less familiar with the intricacies of SIMS.

🌐 Let's connect! I'm eager to engage with fellow researchers, industry professionals, and enthusiasts who share an interest in the fascinating world of SIMS. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss the latest developments in SIMS or explore potential collaborations.

Skills

Work experience

Education

Awards

• 2025 NA-SIMS student and postdoctoral award, given by the NA-SIMS comitte, June 2025
• Postdoctoral travel award given by the postdoctoral office of Texas A&M University, April 2025

Teaching activities

• Since May 2026: mentoring an undergraduate student at Texas A&M working on the preparation of capture surfaces for small extracellular vesicles to perform NP-SIMS measurements (40 hours a week)
• September 2025 to May 2026: mentoring an undergraduate student at Texas A&M working on optimizing the surface preparation to deposit liver exosomes for NP-SIMS characterization (12 hours per week)
• February 2022 to July 2022: co-mentoring a master student with Dr. Jean-Paul Barnes (CEA-Leti) and Véronique Guyader (ST Microelectronics) specifically to work on the characterization of clean room contaminants using ToF-SIMS MS/MS.

Services

Mentoring:

• Texas A&M University, Department of Chemistry:
  • Since September 2026: mentoring an undergraduate student 12 hours a week for plasma cleaning assessment using Nanoprojectile Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry
  • Since August 2026: Facilitator for the Mentoring Academy at Texas A&M University.
  • From May to July 2026: mentoring an undergraduate student full time (40 hours a week) for optimization of capture surface for small extracellular vesicles to perform Nanoprojectile Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry
  • From October 2025 to May 2026: mentoring an undergraduate student 12 hours a week for the optimization of capture surface for small extracellular vesicles to perform Nanoprojectile Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry
• CEA-Leti (French Atomic Energy Commission):
  • February to August 2022: co-mentoring a master student (co-PIs: Dr. Jean-Paul Barnes (CEA-Leti) and Véronique Guyader (ST Microelectronics)) (16 hours a week for 5 months) Research topic: characterization of clean room contaminants using ToF-SIMS MS/MS.

Institutional responsibilities:

• September 2017 to August 2019: Representative of non-permanent scientific personnel for the Department of Physics, University of Namur, Namur, Belgium

Outreach activities:

• October 7, 2026: volunteer at the 2026 Youth Career Fair in Bryan Texas.
• August 12, 2026: volunteer at the CSISD teacher’s workshop to perform demonstration of chemistry experiments.
• February 2023, 2024 and 2025: Intervention in high schools in the frame of the Highschool students Pierre Potier Prize organized by France Chimie and the French Chemical Society
• February 2021: Vulgarization video as a Draw my PhD “Coller sans colle!” (in French) with the support of the University of Namur, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpMkrezBmhE&t=77s

Organization of scientific meetings:

• June 26 to 28, 2023: Member of the Scientific Committee for the SCF23 Congress, Nantes, France

Professional development

• Since March 2026: Academy for Future Faculty at Texas A&M University
  Training to give bases in teaching and help preparing to apply for faculty positions
• August 2026: Introduction to Evidence-Based Undergraduate STEM Teaching at CIRTL Texas A&M University
• April 2024: Mentoring certificate from the Postdoctoral Mentoring Academy at Texas A&M University
  Training to foster better mentoring practices and favor skills transmission
• October 2017: U2ES Certificate from the University of Namur
  Certificate on soft skills in management, communication, develop a business and a professional project