Frederic Desprez
About Frederic Desprez
Frederic Desprez serves as the Director of the Inria Grenoble Rhône Alpes Research Centre, a position he has held since 2020. He has an extensive background in research and academia, including roles at Inria and SysFera, and holds multiple degrees in Computer Science.
Current Role at Inria
Frederic Desprez serves as the Director of the Inria Grenoble Rhône Alpes Research Centre since 2020. In this role, he oversees research initiatives and strategic direction for the center, which is located in Grenoble, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. His leadership focuses on advancing research in computer science and fostering collaboration among researchers.
Previous Experience at Inria
Frederic Desprez has a long-standing association with Inria, having worked there in various capacities. He was a Junior Researcher from 1995 to 2002 in the Lyon Area, followed by a role as Deputy Scientific Director from 2012 to 2020 in the Grenoble Area. Additionally, he has been a Senior Researcher since 2002, contributing to numerous research projects over the years.
Experience at SysFera
From 2010 to 2015, Frederic Desprez co-founded SysFera, where he served as a Scientific Consultant. His work involved applying his expertise in computer science to develop solutions and strategies that supported the company's objectives during its formative years.
Educational Background
Frederic Desprez studied at École normale supérieure de Lyon, where he earned both his MSc in Computer Science (1989-1990) and PhD (1991-1994). He also obtained a Habilité à Diriger des Recherches (HDR) from Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his career in research and academia.