Irene Vignon Clementel
About Irene Vignon Clementel
Irene Vignon Clementel is a Research Director at Inria in the Paris Area, France, with extensive experience in applied mathematics and biomedical engineering. She specializes in dynamic medical imaging and has a background in finite elements, focusing on congenital heart disease and liver disease.
Current Role as Research Director
Irene Vignon Clementel currently serves as a Research Director (Directrice De Recherche) at Inria, a position she has held since 2017. Based in the Paris Area, France, she leads research initiatives and projects that leverage her extensive background in applied mathematics and biomedical engineering. Her role involves overseeing research teams and contributing to advancements in medical imaging and engineering solutions.
Previous Experience at Inria
Prior to her current role, Irene worked at Inria as a Research Scientist from 2006 to 2017, accumulating 11 years of experience. During this time, she focused on finite elements and dynamic medical imaging, contributing to various projects that intersect engineering and medical applications. Her tenure at Inria laid the groundwork for her current research leadership.
Education and Academic Background
Irene Vignon Clementel has a strong educational foundation in applied mathematics and engineering. She studied at the University of Cambridge, where she achieved a Master of Science (MS) in Part III in 2000. She also attended CentraleSupélec, obtaining a Diplome d'ingenieur (BS/MS) in General Engineering from 1997 to 2000. Additionally, she completed her PhD in Biofluids at Stanford University from 2001 to 2006, focusing on modeling, simulations, and surgical planning.
Expertise in Medical Imaging and Engineering
Irene specializes in dynamic medical imaging, utilizing advanced imaging techniques to analyze the movement and function of organs and tissues. Her expertise extends to finite elements, a numerical method essential for solving complex problems in engineering and mathematical physics. She applies her knowledge to address specific medical conditions, particularly congenital heart disease and liver disease.
Teaching Experience at Stanford University
During her time at Stanford University, Irene served as a Teaching Assistant (TA) for a period of three months in 2004. This role contributed to her academic development and provided her with valuable experience in educating and mentoring students in the field of biofluids and related subjects.