Helene Barucq
About Helene Barucq
Helene Barucq is a Directeur de Recherche at Inria, where she has worked since 2008, leading the Magique-3D team focused on seismic wave simulations. She has made notable contributions to helioseismology and truncation conditions in mathematical research.
Work at Inria
Helene Barucq has held the position of Directeur de recherche at Inria since 2008, contributing to the organization for 16 years. She leads the Magique-3D team, which focuses on numerical simulations of large-scale seismic wave problems. Under her leadership, the team has engaged in advanced research that addresses complex challenges in the field of seismic wave analysis.
Education and Expertise
Helene Barucq studied at Université de Bordeaux, where she pursued a degree in Mathématiques appliquées. She completed her Doctorat from 1985 to 1993, dedicating eight years to her studies. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in applied mathematics, which she applies in her research on wave problems.
Research Contributions
Barucq has made significant contributions to the mathematical development and analysis of wave problems, particularly in the area of helioseismology. Her research emphasizes the construction and mathematical justification of truncation conditions, which are essential for accurately modeling seismic waves. Additionally, she has developed new contributions related to Trefftz finite element formulations for frequency problems.
Professional Involvement
Helene Barucq serves as a member of the scientific operational committee of the E2S project, where she contributes her expertise to enhance scientific initiatives. She also chairs a scientific committee appointed by the Nouvelle Aquitaine regional council, further demonstrating her commitment to advancing research and development in her field.