Graduated in mechanical systems engineering, Julien Bahain is best known for winning the bronze medal in rowing at the 2... View More

Graduated in mechanical systems engineering, Julien Bahain is best known for winning the bronze medal in rowing at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. At UTC he combined rigorous technical study with elite athletic training—something rare in France’s engineering schools. After graduation, he balanced engineering pursuits with competitive sport, demonstrating that UTC’s experimental model nurtures both intellect and discipline. His success has inspired UTC students to see that academic excellence and athletic achievement can go hand in hand—UTC’s flexibility and supportive culture make that possible. View Less

Marie studied urban systems engineering at UTC and later became a European champion in the 4×400 m relay in Zurich (2... View More

Marie studied urban systems engineering at UTC and later became a European champion in the 4×400 m relay in Zurich (2014). She exemplifies UTC’s dual commitment to technical training and broader humanist development. While mastering complex systems and city infrastructure design, she also pursued athletics at a high level. UTC’s environment allowed her to pursue both passions without compromise. Her path shows that UTC engineers are not just thinkers but doers—capable of real-world performance under pressure. That versatility is central to UTC’s identity. View Less

Vanessa Proux earned her doctorate in enzyme engineering, microbiology, and bioconversion from UTC in 2001. She later jo... View More

Vanessa Proux earned her doctorate in enzyme engineering, microbiology, and bioconversion from UTC in 2001. She later joined the Commissariat à l’énergie atomique and then Paris-Sud University, teaching chemistry and enzymology along the way. Since 2004, she has led Institut Sup’Biotech de Paris as its president—guiding one of France’s top biotech engineering schools. Her trajectory reflects UTC’s strength in biotech research and leadership cultivation. UTC shaped her ability to navigate both experimental practice and institutional leadership in applied science. View Less

Baptiste earned his PhD in Computer Science from UTC in 1998. He later became head of CNES (the French space agency) fro... View More

Baptiste earned his PhD in Computer Science from UTC in 1998. He later became head of CNES (the French space agency) from 2021 to early 2025 and was appointed Minister of Higher Education and Research in January 2025. His career perfectly captures UTC’s mission: rigorous technical formation combined with public-service leadership. From complex algorithmic research to national science policy, he’s moved seamlessly between worlds of academia, industry, and government. His journey illustrates how UTC engineers can ascend to the highest levels of science administration. View Less

Graduating in biomedical engineering in 1996, Cécile Réal went on to found and lead Endodiag, a medical diagnostics co... View More

Graduating in biomedical engineering in 1996, Cécile Réal went on to found and lead Endodiag, a medical diagnostics company. She leveraged UTC’s strengths in applied science and biotech innovation to develop technologies for women's health. Her entrepreneurial path shows UTC’s support for startups and real-world impact. Endodiag’s growth from lab prototype to active company reflects UTC’s ecosystem: research units, applied labs, and a drive to translate ideas into products. Her story highlights UTC’s success in fostering socially relevant engineering solutions View Less

Lamia Chafei Seghaier, a Tunisian engineer and politician, studied at UTC before building a career bridging engineering ... View More

Lamia Chafei Seghaier, a Tunisian engineer and politician, studied at UTC before building a career bridging engineering and public service. In her home country she has held senior government roles, contributing to national policymaking on infrastructure, technology, and economic development. Her UTC education—technical, interdisciplinary, and humanist—helped shape a leader capable of addressing engineering challenges alongside civic responsibilities. Her path embodies UTC’s goal: to form technologists who also serve society through ethical and practical solutions. View Less

former Canadian politician, Thierry St‑Cyr studied at UTC before entering public life in Canada, where he represented... View More

former Canadian politician, Thierry St‑Cyr studied at UTC before entering public life in Canada, where he represented Gatineau in the federal parliament. His UTC background in engineering and systems thinking provided a strong analytical foundation for legislative and policy duties. It’s rare for UTC alumni to enter international political arenas, but St‑Cyr did so seamlessly—his UTC training gave him credibility in technical debates and policy making, illustrating the university’s cross-border impact. View Less

As a renowned philosopher and founder/director of UTC’s COSTECH research lab, Bernard Stiegler was integral to buildin... View More

As a renowned philosopher and founder/director of UTC’s COSTECH research lab, Bernard Stiegler was integral to building UTC’s research identity. His work explored the interaction between technology, society, and cognition. At COSTECH he combined engineering, humanities, and critical philosophy to study how technical systems shape human life. Though faculty rather than graduate, his influence counts among UTC’s intellectual pillars. His presence underscores UTC’s commitment to humanist engineering—linking technology with ethics and cultural reflection. View Less

A professor of computational mechanics at UTC and chair-holder within Sorbonne Universités, Adnan Ibrahimbegovic leads ... View More

A professor of computational mechanics at UTC and chair-holder within Sorbonne Universités, Adnan Ibrahimbegovic leads advanced research in solid mechanics and computation. A former senior member of the Institut Universitaire de France, he has held international academic posts including at UC Berkeley and EPFL. At UTC he directs the Chair for Computational Mechanics, blending rigorous mathematics, modeling, and interdisciplinary systems design. His career reflects UTC’s research-first philosophy: deep science married to real-world applications in engineering and design. View Less

After graduating in computer engineering in 1993, Michael Pitiot became a documentary filmmaker rather than a traditiona... View More

After graduating in computer engineering in 1993, Michael Pitiot became a documentary filmmaker rather than a traditional engineer. He returned to UTC in August 2024 to deliver an inaugural lecture, urging students to “live your dream.” His path shows UTC’s flexibility: engineers who don’t just code or build, but also question, create, tell stories. UTC’s humanist approach lets graduates like Pitiot engage culture, media, and art—reminding us that engineering is as much about narrative and humanity as technical systems View Less