Research Activities

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The Faculty of Science is one of the most active institutions in Hainaut in terms of scientific research.

The biologists, chemists, computer scientists, physicists, and mathematicians at the Faculty of Science are both teachers and researchers.
They are particularly involved in numerous national and international programs, in both fundamental and applied research.

Here are a few examples.

Physicists from Mons are participating in the European “Einstein Telescope” project, while biologists are involved in preparations for a potential trip to Mars.
Mathematicians from Mons are participating in the development of the OCaml computer language, while others are recognized for their expertise in game theory.
Computer scientists in Mons are applying their expertise to various international projects in artificial intelligence, big data, data analysis and security,
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They are putting their expertise to good use in various international projects. In 2011, the International Year of Chemistry, three members of the Chemistry Department were ranked among the world’s top 100 researchers whose work has had the greatest influence in the field: Philippe Dubois, David Beljonne, and Jérôme Cornil are the only members of a Belgian university to appear in this ranking.

During their training, students benefit from this expertise and are introduced to the world of research at an early stage, always under the supervision of experienced researchers: their studies then take on a whole new dimension and open up new perspectives.

Each year, the Faculty organizes meetings and conferences related to its scientific activities, bringing together researchers from all backgrounds. Alongside the fundamental aspects, the practical implications of the research carried out at the Faculty of Science are not neglected, as evidenced by the numerous scientific collaborations carried out in partnership with small and large companies, both local and foreign.

The results of scientific research have a significant influence on the society in which we live. The issues surrounding these developments are very often
the subject of public debate. Researchers have a duty to inform these debates. With this in mind, the Faculty of Science in Mons is part of national and European networks for the dissemination of scientific culture.