In 2025, LEAT proudly celebrated the achievements of eleven exceptional researchers who successfully defended their doctoral theses. Their groundbreaking work represents a significant milestone for our laboratory and contributes valuable knowledge to their respective fields.
Honoring Excellence in Research
During an official ceremony organized by Université Côte d’Azur, we recognized the perseverance, scientific rigor, and innovative contributions of our new doctors. This event highlighted:
- The excellence of LEAT’s doctoral training program
- The importance of collaboration between researchers, supervisors, and academic partners
- The diverse applications of our research in cutting-edge technologies
We extend our deepest gratitude to these remarkable individuals for their outstanding work and wish them continued success in their future endeavors!
2025 LEAT PhD Graduates
Thomas Louis
Conventional or Bio-Inspired? Energy Efficiency Optimization Strategies for Neural Networks in Resource-Constrained Environments
Defense Date: January 23, 2025
Supervisor: Alain Pégatoquet, Benoît Miramond, Adrien Girard
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05003560v1
Julian Roqui
Performance Limits Estimation of Miniature Antennas Using Machine Learning Algorithms
Defense Date: June 24, 2025
Supervisor: Alain Pégatoquet
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05262406v1
Lyna Touileb
Machine Learning for Resource-Constrained Wireless Communications at the Edge
Defense Date: October 16, 2025 CIFRE with Sodira-Connect
Supervisor: Abbas Bradai
Thesis Reference: https://theses.fr/s365479
Jonathan Courtois
Optimizing Sparsity in Spiking Neural Networks for Event-Based Data Processing
Defense Date: November 28, 2025
Supervisor: Benoît Miramond, Alain Pégatoquet
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05535948v1
Dalia Hareb
Neuromorphic Vision Combining Events and Images
Defense Date: December 12, 2025
Joint Supervision: I3S-LEAT, Jean Martinet, Benoît Miramond
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05549502v1
Ahmed Khazzar
Design of a Multistandard Reconfigurable Antenna System Integrating Photovoltaic Cells
Defense Date: January 24, 2025
Supervisor: Robert Staraj
Thesis Reference: https://theses.fr/2025COAZ4000
Confidential until January 1, 2035
Nguyen Manh Thao
Design of Smart and Integrated Antennas for CubeSat
Defense Date: June 2, 2025
Supervisor: Fabien Ferrero
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05117518v2
Walid Chekkar
Design of a Focusing System for Point-to-Point Millimeter-Wave Communications
Defense Date: June 25, 2025
Supervisor: Fabien Ferrero
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05295303v1
Maymouna Dabbous
Antenna System in Sub-6 GHz and Millimeter-Wave Bands for 5G Small Cells
Defense Date: November 19, 2025
Supervisor: Philippe Le Thuc
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05469860v1
Soukaina Mifdal
Dosimetric Study of Millimeter-Wave Interaction with the Human Body: Application to Skin and Ear Canal
Defense Date: September 12, 2025
Supervisor: Jean-Lou Dubard
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05410831v1
Ali Darwish
Non-Destructive Evaluation of Food Products by Microwave and Millimeter-Wave Imaging
Defense Date: April 9, 2025
Supervisor: Claire Migliaccio, Francesca Vipiana
Thesis Reference: https://hal.science/tel-05070538v1