Published on 19/10/202419/10/2024 by ScienceFather Jacques Demongeot | Biomathematics | Lifetime achievement Award Prof. Jacques Demongeot, University Grenoble Alpes, France. Jacques Demongeot is a renowned French mathematician and medical researcher born in 1946 in Dijon, France. With an impressive career spanning over five decades, he has significantly contributed to biomathematics, biostatistics, and medical informatics. He is currently a Lifetime Emeritus Professor at the University of Grenoble Alpes, where he led groundbreaking research in medical technologies. His work has fostered international collaborations and impacted various fields like medical engineering and health technologies. Demongeot has published over 500 research papers, holds numerous patents, and has been recognized globally for his scientific contributions. Publication profile Orcid Googlescholar Education and Experience B.Sc. in Mathematics – University of Dijon (1966) M.Sc. in Mathematics – University Joseph Fourier of Grenoble (1970) Second Lieutenant Diploma – Artillery School EAA, France (1968) Ph.D. in Computer Science – UJF Grenoble (1974) M.D. in Medicine – UJF Grenoble (1978) D.Sc. in Mathematics – UJF Grenoble (1983) Agrégation in Medicine – Ministry of National Education (1984) Professor and Head of Biostatistics at University Hospital Grenoble (1985-2022) Director of TIM3, TIMC, and TIMC-IMAG labs (1986-2011) Suitability for The Award Dr. Jacques Demongeot’s illustrious career, spanning over five decades, exemplifies exceptional contributions to mathematics, biostatistics, and medical informatics. His extensive research output, leadership roles, and commitment to education and mentorship position him as a highly deserving candidate for the Lifetime Achievement Award. Professional Development () Jacques Demongeot’s professional development is marked by leadership roles in pioneering medical and mathematical research, with an interdisciplinary approach that combines AI, biostatistics, and medical informatics. He led the creation of major scientific initiatives, such as the TIMC laboratory, and directed groundbreaking programs like “Technologies for Health” in France. His leadership extended to global collaborations in mathematical biology, mentoring over 100 Ph.D. and MD students worldwide. Demongeot’s passion for applying biomathematics to medical engineering has shaped future healthcare technologies, making him an influential figure in both research and education. Research Focus Jacques Demongeot’s research focus spans a variety of interdisciplinary fields, including biomathematics, medical informatics, and health technologies. He has contributed significantly to the modeling of complex systems in biology, such as brain stroke rehabilitation, AI applications in elderly care, and the intersection of computer science with health. His innovative work on home surveillance systems for dependent people and the mathematical modeling of biological processes has helped bridge the gap between theoretical biology and practical healthcare solutions. Demongeot’s research emphasizes improving public health through technology and bioengineering. Awards and Honors () Victoires de la Médecine – CHU National Network (1989) Trophée National de l’Innovation – INPI (2001) Honorary Senior Member – Institut Universitaire de France (1994-2004) Foreign Fellow – Academy of Sciences of Chile (2000) Fellow IAMBE – International Academy of Medical and Biological Engineering (2012) Fellow – The Third Way Group (2020 Publication René Thom and His Impact on Modeling in Biology – J Demongeot (2024) The Relevance of René Thom: The Morphological Dimension in Today’s Sciences – J Demongeot (2024) Forecasting the changes between endemic and epidemic phases of a contagious disease, with the example of COVID-19 – J Demongeot, P Magal, K Oshinubi (2024) Information Gradient among Nucleotide Sequences of Essential RNAs from an Evolutionary Perspective – HB Khalfallah, M Jelassi, H Rissaoui, M Barchouchi, C Baraille, J Gardes, … (2024) Hereditary angioedema with normal C1 Inhibitor associated with Carboxypeptidase N deficiency – D Vincent, F Parsopoulou, L Martin, C Gaboriaud, J Demongeot, G Loules, … (2024) Revolutionizing Radiological Analysis: The Future of French Language Automatic Speech Recognition in Healthcare – M Jelassi, O Jemai, J Demongeot (2024) Enhancing Mental Health Support through Artificial Intelligence: Advances in Speech and Text Analysis within Online Therapy Platforms – M Jelassi, K Matteli, HB Khalfallah, J Demongeot (2024) Social and Community Networks and Obesity – HB Khalfallah, M Jelassi, NBB Saoud, J Demongeot (2024) The Mathematical Modeling of the Host–Virus Interaction in Dengue Virus Infection: A Quantitative Study – Z Xu, H Zhang, D Yang, D Wei, J Demongeot, Q Zeng (2024) Jacques Demongeot | Biomathematics | Lifetime achievement Award