UMI2958: GeorgiaTech-CNRS (GT-CNRS)

A successful model International Research Laboratory A joint laboratory between CNRS and GIT with a presence in Metz and in Atlanta

UMI INAUGURATION APRIL 2006

4 year renew of the UMI agreementJune 14th, 2010

Collaborative & Interdisciplinary• GT-Atlanta • Smart Materials• GT-Lorraine • Secure Networks• FEMTO• LMOPS• LEM3• Supelec

• Project Lafayette

UMI’s Interdisciplinary Projects

- Artificial ligaments- UV sources for medical and security application- Graphene for high speed electronic- LEDs and high power electronic for auto applications- Sensors for transport and environment applications- Nuclear materials and detectors- Robotics for aware home

UMI researchers from - 7 departments and 2 Colleges at

GT Atlanta - 4 associate members in France

SummarySummary

• Research and innovation impact all aspects of Georgia Tech

• Interdisciplinary centers are market centered - partnerships are fundamental

• Georgia Tech culture might be the most important piece to nurture and develop