After a PhD from France at the interface between physics and biology, he delved into the wonders of microbiology as a postdoctoral fellow at Columbia University. Along with performing internationally acclaimed research and having been awarded numerous grants and accolades, one of Nicolas' main interests is teaching science. Having taught chemistry, physics and biology in many places, venues and formats, from 300 medical students classes in France to hands-on experiments in his home-country, Haiti. Nicolas has been an enthusiastic supporter and visiting scientist aboard the BioBus since its inception in 2008, and is proud to have served on the board of directors since 2011.