Data-Gouv-ML/pcri-actions-marie-curie-participations-et-projets-laureats huggingface dataset:
Projet REWIND (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2021)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Social Sciences and Humanities
Statut du projet : CLOSED

Cultural heritage is a sociocultural discursive construction, embedded in power relationships, which tends towards the selective preservation of historical memory and the support of a particular reading of History. However, History is multivocal and to achieve egalitarian societies where identity diversity is respected, it is necessary to deconstruct the hegemonic historical discourse including different narratives from the perspective of otherness. REWIND proposes to study how historical discourses around European Cultural Heritage (ECH) have been constructed using travel literature written by Latin American women authors from the early 20th century. As such, non-European women, committed to feminist movements and who claimed miscegenation, become historical agents and cultural mediators that counteract a Eurocentric and patriarchal historical discourse. Thus, it is not about adding women’s testimony, but about rereading historical narratives about heritage in order to protect and transfer a cultural legacy that reflects the memories and subjectivities of a diverse society. REWIND is based on Foucault’s theories of “discursive formations”, since it analyses the elements of the ECH that authors highlight in their travels and descriptions from both the physical and the emotional point of view. Firstly, using Digital Humanities approaches based on Geographic Information Systems, the project will identify and locate ECH items. Secondly, REWIND will apply sentiment analysis techniques to recognise the impressions that ECH provokes in women travellers. And, finally, the information offered by travel guides and official documentation of cultural institutions will be contrasted with the data of travel literature applying semantic technologies and the decolonial gender theory. So, through this innovative methodology, REWIND will give voice to a silenced testimony, recovering part of the collective memory and offering new ways of interacting with the past in the present.

Mots clés : digital humanities, european cultural heritage, historical discourse, american latin women writers, decolonial theory

Participants :
- Université nouvelle de Lisbonne (Portugal) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 156778.56 €
Projet BioPolyMOF (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2021)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Chemistry
Statut du projet : CLOSED

The combination of metal organic frameworks (MOFs) and polymers is highly desirable since both contribute with outstanding features (high and defined porosity and crystallinity as well as tunable mechanical and chemical properties, respectively). In particular, they represent an appealing strategy in the field of drug delivery systems (DDS): i) the polymer can increase the chemical and colloidal stability of the DDS; ii) the polymer can present itself biological activity (e.g. antimicrobial) and stimuli response (e.g. pH, temperature); iii) the metal centers of the MOFs can exhibit intrinsic bioactivity (e.g. Zn2+, Cu2+, Fe3+) and iv) the MOF porosity can adsorb and progressively release exceptional cargoes of complementary active ingredients. Mostly associated as composite or core-shell, the coordination of the polymer as a building block to the metallic part of the MOF (polyMOF) is almost unexplored. Until now, only 10 polyMOFs (over 90,000 MOFs) have been reported, and all of them being in the exploratory phase, with no demonstrated potential applications. In this sense, highly robust polyMOFs will be here prepared based on polymers-containing polycomplexant ligands (instead of molecular polydentate ligands) and bioactive cations, stablishing a platform for the development of a library of polyMOFs with innovative combined antimicrobial properties. As proof of concept, the in vitro safety and potential activity of these novel polyMOFs will be evaluated for the challenging antimicrobial therapy. Finally, the scale-up and potential technology transfer of the most promising prototypes will be assessed within an industrial placement at Immaterial Ltd.

Mots clés : mof, polymers, polymof, drug delivery systems, antimicrobial therapy

Participants :
- Mof apps as (Norvège) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Madrid Institute for Advanced Studies (Espagne) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Recherche, subvention : 226441.2 €
- Université de Glasgow (Royaume-Uni) — Partner, associated partner, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 0.0 €
Projet GammaRays4LIV-DM (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2024)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Physics
Statut du projet : SIGNED

The proposed research project aims to explore two fundamental questions in modern physics: the nature of Dark Matter (DM) and Lorentz Invariance Violation (LIV). DM remains one of the biggest mysteries in science, and Axion-like Particles (ALPs) are a promising candidate for this elusive matter. LIV, on the other hand, challenges one of the foundational principles of physics and could provide insights into quantum gravity.  This project leverages the synergy between current and next-generation gamma-ray observatories, including MAGIC and the LST-1 telescope of the Cherenkov Telescope Array Observatory (CTAO), to explore these questions. It will use data from these observatories to conduct a search for ALPs, focusing on the gamma-ray emissions of blazars, which are ideal sources for such studies. This project will extend the exploration of the ALP parameter space, targeting regions that were previously unexplored. In addition, the low-energy sensitivity of LST-1 will enable unprecedented tests of LIV, using gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) to look for deviations in the speed of light at high energies.  A key innovation in this project is the application of advanced statistical tools, particularly the Simulation-Based Inference (SBI) method, which will allow for more accurate and robust analysis of the data. Even if no signals are detected, the exclusion of key theoretical parameter values for ALPs and LIV will provide crucial insights, helping to refine or exclude existing models.  This project also has broader implications beyond astrophysics. The methodologies developed, such as the application of machine learning techniques, have applications in other scientific fields, including climate modeling, and finance.  Finally, the project offers valuable career development opportunities. Working closely with international collaborations such as MAGIC and CTAO will strengthen the researcher’s academic profile and open doors for future funding opportunities.

Mots clés : gamma ray astronomy, high energy astrophysics, dark matter, axion like particles, lorentz invariance violation, simulation based inference

Participants :
- Université de Padoue (Italie) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 193643.28 €
Projet RECOVER (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2024)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Information Science and Engineering
Statut du projet : SIGNED

The research action involves an experienced applicant, Dr Qing-Hao Zhang, under the supervision of Dr. Chongfeng Wei for 24 months to work on the project “Resilient cross-domain cooperative control of heterogeneous multi-agent systems composed of UGVs and FWM-UAVs” (RECOVER) at the James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow in the UK. The overall aim of the project is to develop resilient cross-domain cooperative control strategies such that heterogeneous multi-agent systems (MASs) composed of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and flapping wing micro unmanned aerial vehicles (FWM-UAVs) can maintain consensus and formation under uncertainties and external disturbance. RECOVER will fill the existing knowledge gap by establishing novel and distinctive cross-domain models and designing resilient and robust cross-domain cooperative controllers. In RECOVER, in case the systems are with uncertainties and external disturbances, the proposed controllers are able “recover” the systems to the expected consensus and formation state in different domains. Firstly, the innovative models for heterogeneous MASs will be developed (WP1). Based on WP1, the resilient cross-domain distributed consensus and formation control protocols will be designed for heterogeneous MASs with mixed uncertainties (WP2). Based on WP2, the cross-domain distributed adaptive disturbance detectors and the high-performance resilient and robust control protocols will be given (WP3). Then, a comprehensive platform composed of a simulation platform, physical experiment platform and cloud control platform will be built to assess the effectiveness of the results in WP1, WP2 and WP3 (WP4). During and after RECOVER, dissemination, outreach and research activities will be undertaken to share the research findings with different target audience (WP5), maximizing the impact and practical application of the RECOVER's outcomes.

Mots clés : robust control, singular system, resilient control, heterogeneous multi agent systems, unmanned vehicles

Participants :
- Université de Glasgow (Royaume-Uni) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 276187.92 €
Projet ReSIN (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2024)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Information Science and Engineering
Statut du projet : SIGNED

As a connection module between the perception layer and decision-making control layer of autonomous vehicles, behaviour prediction is one of the research focuses in this field. The existing behaviour prediction technoAs a connection module between the perception layer and decision-making control layer of autonomous vehicles, behaviour prediction is one of the research focuses in this field. The existing behaviour prediction technologies have the problems of unclear spatiotemporal interaction coupling mechanism and socialized interaction mechanism between the target object and environment, which makes it difficult to achieve accurate behaviour prediction and seriously restricts the practical application of this technology in the field of autonomous vehicles. Aiming at complex high-load mixed traffic flow scenarios, this project takes Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs, e.g. pedestrians, cyclists, etc.) as the research objects, and conducts research on the theories and key technologies of behaviour prediction driven by spatiotemporal and socialized interactions. The content includes: VRUs-vehicle coupling mechanism investigation in spatiotemporal domain and spatiotemporal interaction modelling; VRUs-vehicle socialized mechanism study in social psychology aspect and adaptive socialized interaction modelling; synergistic driven mechanism study in multi-model integration field and dynamic ensemble learning modelling; and validation and optimization of VRUs behaviour prediction models. The vision of ReSIN is to develop an accurate, interpretable and robust/resilient VRUs behaviour prediction model for AVs to behave safely, efficiently and confidently under complex and uncertain traffic environments. By empowering AVs with this prediction capability, ReSIN will enable a seamless integration into the decision-making and planning modules of AVs, which will allow AVs to comprehend and predict the intricate patterns and variability in VRU behaviour in dynamic changing environments.


Participants :
- Université de Glasgow (Royaume-Uni) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 276187.92 €
Projet CrySpED (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2024)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Chemistry
Statut du projet : SIGNED

In the crystal sponge method (CSM), noncrystalline molecules are ordered bound in a porous crystal to allow collection of single crystal X-ray diffraction (SCXRD) data of both the host and the analyte. This protocol has huge promise but is hindered by a lack of suitable sponge materials that can be isolated as large single crystals, and difficulties in inducing the ordered, high occupancy guest loading required for data collection. Herein, we propose to apply the CSM to 3D electron diffraction (3DED), a technique that allows analysis of ~100 nanometres nanocrystals, which will remove the requirement for time-consuming growth of large crystals, open up many new potential sponges for analysis, minimise issues with sponge activation and analyte diffusion, lower analyte detection limits, mitigate for crystal stability issues, and allow much more rapid analysis. We shall downsize existing crystal sponges (CSs) and perform a crystallographic comparison of data collected on analytes by SCXRD vs 3DED, including key parameters of the diffusion time and required quantities of the analyte. Secondly, we shall exploit the applicant’s recent discovery of a new class of sponge, BTB-MOF-24, to develop a series of new CSs with related structures through isoreticular expansion. We will compare 3DED to SCXRD for the data acquisition by these sponges. By gaining fine control over pore size and geometry, we will elucidate design criteria to control hostguest interactions and ensure ordered analyte binding for excellent data quality. Finally, we will apply these sponges to the structural analysis of complex lipids, biologically relevant molecules, but difficult to analyse due to their flexibility and chirality, and use these analytes as exemplars of the power of 3DED compared to SCXRD. Ultimately, by signposting the efficacy of 3DED and developing design rules for preparing new CSs, we will reinvigorate Taking Crystal Sponges into the Nanoscale Using 3D Electron Diffraction

Mots clés : metal organic frameworks, 3d electron diffraction, crystal sponge method, single crystal x ray diffraction, complex lipids analysis

Participants :
- Université de Glasgow (Royaume-Uni) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 276187.92 €
Projet NEOForCE (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2021)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Physics
Statut du projet : CLOSED

The modern world is subject to many natural, man-made and social dangers. Many of them are global in nature, as they threaten the very existence of human civilization. Notable among them is the danger of Earth collision with space bodies of cometary and asteroid nature. At present, there is no doubt about the importance and urgency of this problem. In particular, this is evidenced by a report of the National Science and Technology Council, USA, where the importance to detect and characterize the Near-Earth Objects (NOE) population and to prevent and respond to NEO impacts on Earth is outlined. To protect our planet from the dangers of collision with small bodies, it is first of all necessary to understand from which specific of almost 1 million bodies the Earth needs to be protected. The project aims to make a system to search for possible threats to the Earth from space bodies which will be independent from the ones that are now being operated in NASA and ESA. My project NEOForCE has several objectives: 1) develop new methods for estimating of the impact probability of a small body with the Earth 2) develop methods for obtaining more reliable estimates of orbital parameters and their uncertainties 3) make a search for old observations of known objects. Several web-services at the Institut de Mécanique Céleste et de Calcul des Ephémérides, Paris observatory will be launched that will include: 1) list of potentially colliding with the Earth asteroids and comets with their impact probability values 2) list of possible close encounters of asteroids and comets with the Earth 3) list of old observations made on photographic plates many years ago (even centuries) with the identifications to the objects imaged on them.

Mots clés : orbital dynamics, near earth objects, asteroids, comets, celestial mechanics

Participants :
- Fondation de coopération scientifique « Paris Sciences et Lettres » (France) — Partner, associated partner, Recherche, subvention : 0.0 €
- Observatoire de Paris (France) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 211754.88 €
Projet FLAME (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2023)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Physics
Statut du projet : SIGNED

With thousands of new asteroids and comets discovered each year, the study addresses the consequences of their disintegration due to rotational fission, collisions, and cometary activity. These processes yield meteoroids, which, upon entering Earth's atmosphere, create a range of phenomena called meteors or fireballs (in the case of large impacts). As the number of space missions grows, the threat posed by meteoroid impacts increases. The objective of this research is directly relevant to safeguarding our current and future space-based infrastructure, aligning the project with European science priorities in the realm of cosmic exploration and Earth surveillance. During this project we will investigate the fireballs detected by modern digital camera networks such as FRIPON, to estimate the risk of impact according to the meteoroid size given an area and a time interval. This endeavor has started during my PhD, working on a small data set, calibrating measurements obtained by the network in Romania, and devising new techniques in analyzing this type of data. This work will shed light on the size of meteoroids which are able to generate fireballs by measuring the pre-entry mass, and accounting for observational bias. Thus, the results will improve the estimates of mass accreted by the Earth, better assess the space probes risk of colliding with different meteoroid populations, leading to proper protection. FLAME will also include a meteoroid mass forecast assigned to each meteor shower, available as an open web-based service on the Paris Observatory, IMCCE website. Moreover, the research's findings will fine-tune interdisciplinary methods like infrasound and seismic analyses to be cross-calibrated from the data obtained in this project, in order to estimate the meteoroid impact energy. Ultimately, by advancing our understanding of the meteoroid population, this study will provide the data for a more effective space navigation and development.

Mots clés : meteoroids, fireballs, meteors, sattellite risk, collisions, asteroids, comets, meteorites, meteor shower, impacts, photometry, camera networks, atmospheric physics, remote sensing, bolides

Participants :
- Observatoire de Paris (France) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 195914.88 €
Projet EXAMG (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2024)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
Panel : Information Science and Engineering
Statut du projet : SIGNED

Nuclear fusion has long been promised to deliver safe, cost-efficient, and sustainable energy production, but significant technical challenges remain in tokamak design, such as sustaining the extremely high required temperatures and effectively confining the hot plasma with magnetic fields. Conversely, nuclear fission provides large quantities of carbon-free energy and has critical medical applications but poses serious safety challenges, including reactors' limited life and nuclear waste management. In this context, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) are key to accelerating nuclear innovation. However, tokamak and nuclear reactor thermal hydraulics simulations remain elusive due to the vast range of relevant scales involved, which demand an exceptional mesh resolution. As a result, advancing these applications requires very accurate CFD and MHD simulations, whose main bottleneck is the solution of extreme-scale sparse linear systems. The EXAMG project addresses such challenges through a novel Algebraic Multigrid (AMG) preconditioner whose design involves a multidisciplinary team with experts in numerical linear algebra, high-performance computing and computational physics. The resulting linear solver combines multigrid's optimality with AMG's flexibility and GPU's capabilities to deliver a lightweight yet very effective method enabling unprecedented extreme-scale CFD and MHD simulations of nuclear applications. In this sense, EXAMG targets several key research areas of the EU's energy research and innovation strategy, directly supports the European Green Deal and closely aligns with Euratom research domains by fostering the extreme-scale simulations required to develop safer fission reactors and advance the European fusion roadmap. Furthermore, deploying advanced software for exascale supercomputers contributes to the EuroHPC JU major initiative of establishing a world-class European HPC ecosystem.

Mots clés : algebraic multigrid, gpu computing, linear solvers, computational fluid dynamics, magnetohydrodynamics

Participants :
- Conseil national de la recherche (Italie) — Partner, associated partner, Recherche, subvention : 0.0 €
- Triad national security, llc (Etats-Unis) — Partner, associated partner, Autres, subvention : 0.0 €
- Energy Research Centre of the Netherlands (Pays-Bas) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Université de Padoue (Italie) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 209483.28 €
Projet IPNA (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2024)
Action : Postdoctoral Fellowships - Global Fellowships
Panel : Social Sciences and Humanities
Statut du projet : SIGNED

IPNA explores the emergence and evolution of nuclear anxieties in Italian poetry from the Cold War to today (1945–2024), using the lens of environmental humanities. It uniquely positions modern Italian lyric poetry within a transnational study of nuclear anxiety, revealing how poetry reflects and influences environmental concerns globally. By examining the trans-generational expression of nuclear anxiety through poetry, the project aims to uncover new insights into lyric poetry and the relationship between literature and anxiety.  Italy's history as a host of American nuclear weapons and home to a prominent Communist Party (1950S-1980S) makes it a key site for the cultural elaboration of 'nuclear anxiety.' This project examines how more than twenty Italian poets articulate responses to existential threats, viewing poetry as a medium to explore the complex interplay between environmental and human precarity. Key poets, including Eugenio Montale, Amelia Rosselli, Andrea Zanzotto, and Antonella Anedda, reflect on nuclear anxieties through their works, highlighting how lyric poetry captures the subtle tensions of this era.  This project addresses gaps in the existing literature by focusing on lyric poetry rather than prose or cinema, which have been the primary focus of previous studies. It employs an interdisciplinary approach, combining lyric theory, environmental humanities, world literature, and affective stylistics to explore how poetry serves as a space for grappling with existential threats. The project's transnational perspective contextualizes Italian poetry within broader glocal traditions, offering new insights into the interconnected dimensions of nuclear anxiety and its cultural impacts.

Mots clés : modern and contemporary italian poetry lyric theory affect theory environmental humanities world literature

Participants :
- Université Yale (Etats-Unis) — Partner, associated partner, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 0.0 €
- Université de Padoue (Italie) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 396991.08 €