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The next generation of telecoms is on the horizon, but key questions remain unanswered. Join 6G FORGE, the crucial platform for industry collaboration, to address the critical issues shaping the future of 6G.

At 6G FORGE, we'll tackle:

• Aligning Development with Business Needs:  Is 6G development meeting the evolving needs of the telecom industry and its customers? What changes are necessary?
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• Engage with key decision-makers:  Senior executives, R&D leaders, policy and regulatory leaders, industry body heads, and academic researchers will all be present.
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On Friday 21 March 2025, EURECOM celebrated the success of its Class of 2024 in a ceremony full of emotion and highlights. The event began at 3pm with a warm welcome from the students and their families.

The festive atmosphere began at 3pm with musical entertainment and a concert organised by the Student Committee, creating a joyful and anticipatory atmosphere.

The official ceremony began at 4pm, after the doors were opened. David Gesbert, Director of EURECOM, opened the speeches by introducing the Class of 2024 and its key figures. Jean Leonetti, Mayor of Antibes and President of CASA, and Paolo Camurati, member of the GIE, then took the floor to share their encouragement and outlook for the future of the graduates.

One of the highlights was the speech by Alaeddine Zouaoui, Renault Software Labs, mentor of the Class of 2024. His speech, full of inspiration and valuable advice, captivated the audience.

The highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of the diplomas at 4.30pm. David Gesbert announced each graduate, while Alaeddine Zouaoui and Paolo Camurati presented the diplomas and sashes. 

The emotion was palpable during the student speeches at 5pm, as the graduates expressed their gratitude and pride at reaching this milestone. A photo of the Class of 2024 was then taken, marking the end of the official part of the ceremony.

The evening continued in a festive atmosphere with a cocktail party in the hall, where the graduates were able to share convivial moments with their loved ones and fellow students.

The evening continued at Le Provençal restaurant, where the graduates were able to continue their celebrations in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

This day marked the end of an important chapter for EURECOM students, but also the beginning of a new adventure full of promise for their future.

EURECOM: A Key Player in Sustainable AI and Cybersecurity

The AI Action Summit 2025 in Paris has recognized EURECOM, graduate school school and research center in digital sciences, as a frontrunner in sustainable artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. EURECOM distinguished itself through three major achievements that reinforce its pivotal role in AI research and innovation.

Frugal AI: An Award-Winning Sustainable Innovation

The team led by Professor Raphaël Troncy won the Frugal AI Challenge, a competition launched by the French Ministry of Ecological Transition and organized by Hugging Face. This award highlights EURECOM’s commitment to developing energy-efficient AI models, addressing a crucial sustainability challenge.

"Reducing the size of artificial intelligence models while maintaining their accuracy and robustness is a real challenge, and we are proud to have successfully met it," explains Professor Troncy.

This victory confirms EURECOM’s ability to promote responsible AI, balancing performance with low energy consumption.

AI and Cybersecurity: A Major Breakthrough Against Deepfakes

Under the leadership of Professor Jean-Luc Dugelay, the EURECOM Imaging Security team won the HERMES AI Hackathon, organized by Magic LEMP during the AI Summit. This cutting-edge project introduces advanced solutions to detect and counter deepfakes, one of the most critical digital threats.

EURECOM researchers continue their efforts through collaborative projects such as AID DeTOX and SPRIND ImVerif, aimed at developing ever more effective fake video detection systems..

"Given the massive investments in generative artificial intelligence, it is crucial to simultaneously develop significant expertise in detecting fake audiovisual content", emphasizes Professor Dugelay.

This strategic positioning strengthens EURECOM’s role as a key player in cybersecurity and ethical AI.

EULER: A Revolutionary AI for Human-Machine Interaction

The EULER project, an educational chatbot developed by EURECOM’s Data Science department, was recognized among the major innovations of the AI Summit in the "AI for Efficiency" category.

EULER transforms AI-powered learning by replacing simple Q&A interactions with Socratic dialogue, encouraging deeper reflection and a better understanding of concepts.

National support for AI and an opportunity for the South of France

The French President's announcement of a €109 billion investment to develop artificial intelligence in France is paving the way for an unprecedented digital transformation. Sophia-Antipolis and EURECOM are at the forefront of this revolution.

CIRCALIS, EURECOM's high performance computing centre, plays a key role in this dynamic by supporting research in artificial intelligence and facilitating collaboration with strategic sectors such as healthcare, automotive, cybersecurity and the networks of the future.

As a leading Graduate School and Research Centre, EURECOM is at the forefront of 5G/6G innovation, driving the future of connectivity through cutting-edge research, open-source collaboration, and strong industry partnerships.

Why visit EURECOM at MWC?

On our booth 6E9, explore:

• EURECOM, the leading teaching and research insitution in the fields of information and communication technologies.

• OpenAirInterface™ Software Alliance, the global reference for open-source 5G/6G innovations, enabling flexible and open mobile networks.

• BubbleRAN, pioneering research in software-defined radio and AI-driven network automation, delivering intelligent, efficient, and sustainable 5G+ solutions.

Here’s what you can expect:

With EURECOM
✅ 5G Autonomous Flying Radios (with Omid ESRAFILIAN)

With OpenAirInterface™ Software Alliance

✅ OAI and O-RAN Integration 

✅ Deploying Open-Source 5G mmWave with O-RAN: OpenAirInterface and LiteON FR2 O-RU Integration

✅ RedCap Support in OAI 

With BubbleRAN

✅ Intelligent Real-time 5G Network Optimization with GenAI for Maritime (NVIDIA + Telenor)

✅ Interoperability with Open-Source Cloud-Native 5G O-RAN (LiteON)

✅ Real-time ISAC Localization using O-RAN nearRT-RIC (ITRI)

✅ LLM-driven RAN Slicing for Smart Decision-Making (Khalifa University)

✅ Concept of ECO-RAN (Amarisoft)

Where to find us?

📍 Hall 6, Stand 6E9

This event will also be an opportunity to discover other inspiring projects, such as (EURECOMxOpenAirInterface):

• SUNRISE 6G
• 6G BRICKS
• IMAGINE-B5G
• CoreNext
• CONVERGE
• 6G-INTENSE
• 6G-DALI
• SUSTAIN-6G
• FLECON 6G
• 6G Terrain

From 13th to 14th February, EURECOM, well-known for its outstanding AI research and training programs, will be present at the World AI Cannes Festival (WAICF) at booth R7.E24. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore demonstrations that highlight the innovations using AI, data science, and advanced technologies developed by EURECOM researchers.

Why Visit EURECOM at WAICF?

Our booth offers a hands-on, immersive journey into the practical applications of AI.

Here’s what you can expect:

• AI in Healthcare: Can we trust AI for healthcare? Discover how AI is transforming this critical industry with insights from Vincenzo Marcianò.
• Brain Vessel Tree Architecture: Dive into an innovative demonstration on medical imaging of the brain with Daniele Falcetta.
• AI & Education with EULER: Explore the EULER project, presented by Giovanni Gatti Pinehiro, which showcases the innovative role of AI in education, inspired by the Socratic Method.
• Large Language Models (LLMs) in Databases: Learn about benchmarking LLMs for advanced database tasks with Simone Papicchio.
• Fact-Checking with CIMPLE: See how Youri Peskine’s fact-checking exploration tool is redefining trust in information.
• Visualizing Energy Consumption: Experience the EDF Electric Consumption Explorer, presented by Thibault Ehrhart.
• Multisensory AI with Odeuropa: Discover the fusion of AI and scents in a historical journey with Pasquale Lisena.
• Flying Wireless Networks: Discover more on drones powering wireless networks with Omid Esrafilian
• Live Deepfake Demonstration: Prof. Dugelay unveils the secrets behind AI-generated synthetic media.

Explore EURECOM’s Expertise in AI Education and Research

In addition to our different demos, EURECOM will highlight its advanced AI programs and cutting-edge initiatives, including CIRCALIS, our new high-performance computing center dedicated to AI.

CIRCALIS plays a pivotal role in advancing AI research and fostering R&D collaborations across key sectors such as healthcare, automotive, digital security, and future networks. With a strong focus on innovation, EURECOM continues to build regional expertise in AI through its renowned engineering and doctoral programs.

Join us at WAICF to explore partnership opportunities and collaborate on shaping the future of AI.

Where to Find Us?

📍 Booth R7.E24 at the World AI Cannes Festival.

Let’s Shape the Future of AI Together

Whether you're a professional, researcher, or industry leader, our booth is the perfect place to exchange ideas, explore partnership opportunities, and discover how EURECOM leads the way in applied AI research and innovation.

Don’t miss this chance to experience EURECOM’s expertise firsthand. We look forward to meeting you at WAICF 2025!
 

Kyndryl, a global leader in IT infrastructure services, today announces its partnership with EURECOM, a leading engineering school specializing in digital sciences. This collaboration aims to strengthen synergies between academia and industry while contributing to the development of future talent in a rapidly evolving sector.

A Partnership to Shape Tomorrow’s Talent

As part of this collaboration, Kyndryl will become the official sponsor of the Class of 2027. This cohort will include nearly 180 students, future engineers, and Master's graduates who will benefit from this unique support in their academic and professional journeys. Through this partnership, Kyndryl will offer students exceptional opportunities to integrate into a rapidly changing digital sector.

Kyndryl will actively contribute to training the next generation of digital talent while sharing its expertise in digital transformation. This partnership also enhances its reputation as a responsible and committed company, providing increased visibility within the global academic and digital ecosystem.

"By becoming the sponsor of EURECOM’s Class of 2027, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting the next generation of digital experts. This partnership is a unique opportunity to share our expertise while contributing to talent development in an international and innovative environment," stated Jérôme CALMELET, President of Kyndryl France.

Joint Activities to Enhance Professional Skills

Under the partnership between EURECOM and Kyndryl, sponsor of the Class of 2027, a series of initiatives will be implemented to prepare students for the demands of the professional world. This program will include career coaching and CV optimization workshops, technology workshops to explore Kyndryl’s innovative solutions, as well as collaborative projects and real-world challenges to develop technical and strategic skills.

Personalized mentoring sessions and informal meetings will also foster exchanges between students and Kyndryl experts, strengthening their networks and readiness for professional integration. A sponsored class trip and a graduation ceremony branded with Kyndryl’s colors will celebrate and mark the key moments of this unique collaboration.

Through this partnership, EURECOM reinforces its unique model based on close cooperation with the industry. EURECOM students will gain privileged access to career opportunities at Kyndryl, facilitating their entry into strategic sectors of the digital economy.

"This partnership with Kyndryl perfectly reflects our commitment to strengthening ties between academia and industry, with a focus on training tomorrow's talent. Together, we will offer students unique opportunities to prepare for the challenges of the digital sector while addressing the global digital transformation agenda," said Professor David Gesbert, Director of EURECOM.

The second edition of the Nice Entrepreneurship Festival was held at the EDHEC campus, bringing together students from EDHEC Entrepreneurs and EURECOM. The event highlighted innovation, entrepreneurial leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration, offering 200 students the chance to engage with a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem and discover exciting opportunities.

An event full of learning and networking

The event kicked off with a series of thematic booths hosted by EDHEC Entrepreneurs, where participants engaged with experts, entrepreneurs, and investors. These booths served as platforms for students to initiate future projects, connect with mentors, or even secure internships.

The first panel discussion, "Leadership and Entrepreneurial Mindset: The 3 Mistakes I’ll Never Make Again!", captivated everyone. Seasoned entrepreneurs shared personal stories of failure and growth, offering valuable insights on cultivating a resilient and innovative mindset.

Next, Sibyle Behaghel led an interactive talk about GENERATIONs, an investment fund powered by EDHEC and managed by Ring Capital. The discussion centered on the critical role of investment in nurturing ambitious entrepreneurial initiatives.

Innovation and AI: shaping the future

A key highlight of the festival was the panel "AI for the Common Good?" moderated by Michelle Sisto. The panel featured Prof. Maria Zuluaga from EURECOM, who recently secured €2 million in ERC funding for her CARAVEL project, and Pablo Fernández, CEO of ArtinLeap. Together, they explored how artificial intelligence can drive sustainable, impactful projects.

Building synergies between EURECOM and EDHEC

The collaboration between EURECOM and EDHEC brings valuable synergies for students seeking to pursue ambitious entrepreneurial and technological endeavors. A prime example of this partnership is the “Engineer-Manager” dual degree program offered by EURECOM. This program allows students to combine their engineering studies with EDHEC’s Grande École program, earning both a degree from EDHEC’s PGE and an engineering degree from EURECOM.

The involvement of incubators such as EDHEC’s TechForward, IMT Starter, and EURECOM’s own incubator further highlights the commitment of both institutions to supporting the growth of promising startups.

Inspiring the future

Beyond the insightful talks and workshops, the festival provided a valuable platform for enriching connections. The Nice Entrepreneurship Festival underscores how combining complementary expertise can create a dynamic environment for innovation. The ongoing collaboration between EURECOM and EDHEC is paving the way for a future where technology and entrepreneurship come together to address tomorrow’s challenges.

We look forward to an even more inspiring third edition next year!
 

© Lucie WERNER 

EURECOM is proud to announce that Prof. Maria A. Zuluaga, from the school’s Data Science department, has been awarded the prestigious Consolidator Grant from the European Research Council (ERC). This €2 million grant, distributed over five years, will support her groundbreaking project CARAVEL, which aims to revolutionize the analysis of neurovascular images at multiple scales using fundamental AI methodologies developed at EURECOM. Collaborating with neurologists and researchers from King's College London and Nice University Hospital, the ambitious project is set up for success, enhancing EURECOM’s leading role in artificial intelligence, including for medical applications.

Advancing neuroscience with CARAVEL

The CARAVEL project seeks to develop the first population-level multi-resolution spatiotemporal atlas of the ageing vascular architecture of the brain. By addressing the critical methodological challenges in extracting, modelling, and analyzing the brain vessel tree, CARAVEL promises to unlock new insights into the mechanisms of ageing and neurological diseases onset. This initiative leverages cutting-edge advancements in AI, computer vision, statistics, and medicine to map cerebral blood vessels with unprecedented precision, robustness and reproducibility.

CARAVEL’s openly accessible atlas and tools will empower the scientific community to explore new hypotheses, gain deeper insights into the neurovascular system, and better understand its interaction with the brain. The project’s broader impacts include accelerating health research, uncovering vascular contributions to diseases, and shaping new clinical applications for society’s benefit.

AI for brain health

CARAVEL will enable physicians and researchers to test hypotheses about the brain’s vascular network, contributing to innovations in diagnostics, treatment, and preventative medicine. Its focus on creating reproducible and robust methodologies ensures that the tools developed will have lasting and scalable benefits for both research and clinical practice.

Professor Maria A. Zuluaga explains the significance of CARAVEL: “Despite huge progress in brain research, much about the brain’s vascular system remains a mystery. With CARAVEL, we aim to shed light on this hidden architecture and its role in health and disease. This ERC grant gives us the resources to push the boundaries of what’s possible.”

Recognition for EURECOM and Sophia Antipolis

David Gesbert, Director of EURECOM, highlights CARAVEL’s alignment with the institution’s mission: “We are thrilled to see Maria’s vision materialize into a project of this scale. CARAVEL reflects EURECOM’s dedication to combining cutting-edge research with impactful societal contributions. It also strengthens our role in training future engineers through exposure to school projects in the rapidly growing field of AI for health.”

About Maria A. Zuluaga

Maria A. Zuluaga joined EURECOM in 2019 and, since 2021, she is also a Visiting Senior Lecturer at King’s College London. Her academic journey spans electronic engineering, computer science, and signal and image processing, with BSc and MSc degrees from Universidad del Valle and Universidad de los Andes, respectively, in Colombia, and a PhD degree from Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 (France). Before EURECOM, she had a brief experience as a researcher in industry and was a Senior Research Associate at University College London.

Maria’s work is an inspiration for young women in STEM, showcasing that scientific innovation is accessible and essential for addressing global challenges. As a research chair holder at the Institut 3IA Côte d'Azur, she actively fosters AI research in France while inspiring the next generation of engineers and scientists.

Contact Information

For further details on CARAVEL and EURECOM’s research initiatives, please reach out to:
Prof. Maria A. Zuluaga
Professor, Data Science Department, EURECOM