Partner Companies

The mission of the Dassault Systèmes Foundation is to support schools, universities, research centers, museums, and organizations serving the public interest, in order to push the boundaries of knowledge. Additionally, it aims to inspire young people’s enthusiasm for science, engineering, and digital technologies, promoting a fairer and more collaborative world. Dassault Systèmes Foundation can also act as a catalyst by providing its ecosystem to selected project leaders, thereby strengthening their ambitions.

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a quantitative and systematic asset management company operating across all liquid asset classes worldwide. We are driven by a passion for data, research, technology, and trading. QRT is committed to supporting numerous initiatives to promote mathematics and science and to foster academic research at the highest level. Founded in 2016, QRT relies on over 1,000 employees spread across 10 offices in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Michelin is a French company founded in 1889 in Clermont-Ferrand by brothers André and Édouard Michelin. Today, it is one of the world leaders in the manufacture of tires for cars, trucks, airplanes, motorcycles, and even bicycles. Present in over 170 countries, Michelin employs around 130,000 people worldwide.

The company is also known for its famous mascot, Bibendum, and for Michelin Guides, which award stars to the best restaurants. Michelin invests heavily in innovation, creating more durable and environmentally friendly tires, with the goal of making all its tires 100% recyclable by 2050.

As an active player in the digital sector, Diatem is particularly attentive to the mission of IHP Endowment Fund. With professions and innovations directly reliant on the intellectual output of universities and research institutes, we are convinced that the projects made possible through IHP Endowment Fund will actively contribute to the promotion of scientific and technological research in France. We have chosen to support this initiative by providing our IT expertise to serve the Fund’s projects.

Diatem’s added value lies in the constant synergy and complementarity of our various activities: development of web platforms and applications, integration of infrastructures and collaboration solutions, cloud solutions, and operator services.

RTE is deeply committed to promoting the excellence of French mathematics, inspiring careers in its fields, bridging science and industry with society, and advancing mathematics and science as tools of competitiveness. The three pillars—research, knowledge dissemination, and industry engagement—that underpin the activities of Maison des Mathématiques align closely with the company’s priorities. This is why, as early as November 2015, RTE expressed its support for this project through the Endowment Fund.

RTE is the operator of the French high and extra-high voltage electricity transmission network, the largest in Europe. It plays a key role in directing electricity flows and optimizing the functioning of the electrical system for both its clients and society at large. RTE delivers electricity across the country, from production sites to industrial facilities directly connected to the transmission network, and to distribution networks that link to end consumers. At the heart of the electrical system, RTE is responsible for balancing electricity production and consumption at all times.

RTE innovates and invests in the long term to build the electricity transmission network that serves the economy and the energy needs of tomorrow. Interconnected with its European neighbors, it supports the energy transition by integrating renewable energy and optimizing its contribution through the extensive network grid, from local to European levels. This network, along with the innovative solutions developed, enables flexible, responsive, and efficient management, supporting controlled consumption. Additionally, RTE actively contributes to structuring the electricity market and designs solutions to optimize its use.

EXOSEPT CONSULTING is a firm specialized in supporting entrepreneurs and business leaders, as well as managers of associations, foundations, and endowment funds, in the creation, development, or restructuring phases of their activities. With two offices located in Le Mesnil Saint Denis and Saint Germain en Laye, we mainly operate in Paris region but also across other parts of France. Our firm strives to remain close and connected, leveraging innovative technology stemming from the digital transition. With our team of collaborators and a network of qualified partners, our services and assignments cover accounting, social, tax, and legal matters, as well as overall management.

BNP Paribas operates in 68 countries with over 193,000 employees, including nearly 148,000 in Europe. The Group supports all its clients—individuals, associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, large companies, and institutional clients—in the success of their projects through its financing, investment, savings, and protection solutions.

Since 2015, BNP Paribas has been a patron of “Maison Poincaré” Project, of which it is one of the founding members.

This support reflects the Bank’s commitment to the academic and research communities. The partnership also demonstrates BNP Paribas’ dedication to the sharing and dissemination of knowledge.

HAVA3D Group is a French company specializing in 3D printing. Founded in 2013 and based in Le Mans, it is now one of the leaders in France in this field. The group offers 3D printers, materials, training, and services for individuals, professionals, and industries.

HAVA3D encompasses several brands, including Makershop for online sales, HAVA3D Additive Manufacturing for industrial solutions, and HAVA3D Academy for training. The company supports thousands of clients in their transition to additive manufacturing.

IBM is the trusted partner of organizations that, in a highly competitive environment, must constantly reinvent themselves by leveraging, among other things, Cloud platforms and Artificial Intelligence.

IBM and its ecosystem support them in their transformation to help them remain competitive, by co-creating innovative solutions and co-developing disruptive business models, regardless of the industry sector.

The CFM Foundation for Research was established in 2009 by the company Capital Fund Management. It supports fundamental research in mathematics, physics, and computer science, notably by funding doctoral theses through the Jean-Pierre Aguilar scholarships. These scholarships provide excellent conditions for young researchers. The foundation also supports educational and scientific projects aimed at promoting science to the general public.

Founded in 1951, CASDEN, a cooperative bank historically dedicated to staff in Education, Research, Culture, and Higher Education, has since 1995 extended its eligibility to the entire public sector and today counts 1.6 million members. Partnering with numerous higher education institutions, such as French universities, CNRS, CEA, INSERM, and CNES, CASDEN supports actors who contribute to the development of scientific culture.

Aware of the overall investment required to achieve the objectives set by IHP and its partners, CASDEN has chosen to provide financial support to the activities of Institut Henri Poincaré Endowment Fund. Given their shared interests, CASDEN and Edowment Fund established a partnership agreement to promote IHP initiatives in scientific culture, particularly targeting teachers and students for the period 2018–2021.

For the 2018–2019 academic year, the partnership focused on the exhibition “Sous la surface, les maths” organized by IHP at Arts et Métiers, in tribute to the great mathematician Gaston Darboux.

Aquila Data Enabler is a consulting firm that supports and advises its clients in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, primarily within R&D labs and business departments.

Its positioning in Data Science is rooted in Operations Research. Leveraging its expertise, Aquila Data Enabler develops predictive techniques (time series, etc.) on structured data and has strong technical expertise in Computer Vision (videos, images, etc.) as well as Natural Language Processing (NLP).

Aquila Data Enabler operates an internal Lab where Proofs of Concept (PoCs) and feasibility studies are developed, offering its partners high-performance algorithms.

Given its activities, grounded in Applied Mathematics, and the profile of its team—comprising scientists, engineers, and PhD candidates—Aquila Data Enabler and the Endowment Fund have established a partnership agreement to contribute to the development and outreach of Maison des Mathématiques.

Aquila Data Enabler is deeply committed to promoting the excellence of French mathematics, strengthening the ties between academic and applied research, inspiring new vocations in Data Science, fostering closer links between science and industry, and advancing mathematics and science as tools for performance and competitiveness.

The three pillars that underpin the activities of Institut Henri Poincaré—R&D, knowledge dissemination, and industry engagement—are fully aligned with, and contribute to, the key orientations of Aquila Data Enabler.

The Maison des Mathématiques represents an obvious civic commitment for Vivienne Investissement. It is a remarkable adventure that takes on not only a scientific challenge but, above all, a human one: opening mathematics to the public.

Founded in 2005, Vivienne Investissement is an innovative portfolio management company that applies a scientific and disciplined investment process, leveraging an artificial intelligence–driven approach to financial markets.

“Our ambition is to bring our clients the very best of research. We believe in innovation, which strengthens resilience and constantly enhances our understanding of risks and biases, in order to structure our investment processes. The key idea is to let the data speak, with the aim of understanding the facts.”

The Maison des Mathématiques embodies an obvious civic commitment for Vivienne Investissement. It is an extraordinary journey that embraces not only a scientific challenge but also, and above all, a human one: making mathematics accessible to everyone. By creating a welcoming space for dialogue and exchange between researchers, students, the general public, and businesses, this new venue will foster connections between mathematics and society, and truly integrate scientific culture into the broader cultural landscape.

What matters most to us is this educational and pedagogical mission: to share mathematics with as many people as possible, making this beautiful discipline—universal and serene—accessible to all. Mathematics is truly a school of life. When faced with a problem to solve, one must overcome the stress of the unknown and find the motivation to forge a path toward the solution. They also teach humility and perseverance, as one is constantly confronted with failure. Beyond sharpening the mind and the art of problem-solving, studying mathematics contributes greatly to personal development, an often-overlooked dimension.

It is therefore both our duty and our pleasure to support this wonderful project, which will spread the beauty of mathematics throughout society.

Interview with Laurent Jaffrès, Founder and President of Vivienne Investissement, patron of the Maison Poincaré

Founded in 2008, EuroKorten is a company based near Strasbourg with recognized expertise and know-how in the use and distribution of Corten steel. This innovative material lends itself to a wide variety of applications thanks to its unique properties, standing out for its inimitable aesthetic and superior durability. For over 10 years, EuroKorten has supported projects using this material, including façade cladding, bridges, garden and public space developments, as well as artistic works and signage. Corten steel is increasingly present in daily life, as it blends harmoniously with the environment while adding a distinctive character.

Led by Mr. François Nouryit, the company has experienced significant growth and is now the main Corten steel wholesaler in France through a partnership with SSAB, the only manufacturer in Europe holding the COR-TEN® trademark license.

EuroKorten guarantees premium Corten steel and provides expert advice in its field, offering added value compared to general steel distributors.

Huawei is a global provider of solutions in the field of information and communication technologies (ICT), working with 45 of the 50 largest operators in the global market. Through its investment in innovation for its clients and strong partnerships, Huawei offers efficient end-to-end solutions in telecom networks, mobile devices, and cloud computing. By providing competitive solutions and services, Huawei’s 180,000 employees demonstrate their commitment to creating value for telecom operators, businesses, and consumers. Huawei products and solutions are deployed in over 170 countries, serving more than one-third of the world’s population. Founded in 1987, Huawei is a private company, 100% owned by its employees. In France, Huawei employs nearly 1,000 people, including 200 engaged in R&D, with a particular focus on mathematics and algorithms.

As a founding partner of Maison des Mathématiques, Huawei places research in mathematics and science at the core of its commitment, both in France and globally. The opening of Maison des Mathématiques is a strong gesture for the entire ecosystem, including the scientific and academic communities, and for all French citizens, aiming to reconnect with and develop French mathematical genius—a major factor in the country’s attractiveness.

Interview with Mérouane Debbah, R&D Director of Huawei France, patron of the Maison Poincaré

In 2018 and 2021, FDJ United (formerly La Française des Jeux) offered a wide audience lottery and sports betting games designed as recreational and entertaining activities strictly reserved for adult players. From the very design stage, FDJ United ensures compliance with responsible gaming principles: it works with experts and has developed an assessment framework to evaluate the level of safety and sensitivity of its games. The company also supports academic research on gaming in partnership with several universities. In addition, it provides philanthropic support to various associations that assist players in difficulty and backs experimental projects aimed at reducing the risks and harms linked to excessive gambling.

As a result, FDJ United has become a reference point in the European lottery sector. The company maintains an ongoing dialogue with representatives of civil society organizations. In this context, in 2017 it became a partner of Institut Henri Poincaré (IHP), which sought to engage the general public in reflections on chance and mathematics. To this end, a sponsorship agreement was established between  IHP Endowment Fund and La Française des Jeux to define the conditions under which La Française des Jeux would provide financial support and contribute as a patron of the Endowment Fund for the development of the Maison des Mathématiques.

This contribution includes support for the temporary exhibition “Comme par Hasard” (By Chance) created by the IHP in partnership with  Maison des Mathématiques et de l’Informatique in Lyon, where it was first presented, before traveling on to other venues, including the future Maison Poincaré in 2024/2025.

 L’Oréal Foundation is committed to supporting women, helping them to realize their potential and make a positive impact on society, through two main areas of action: scientific research and inclusive beauty initiatives.

Since 1998, the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science program has aimed to accelerate the careers of women scientists and to fight gender inequalities in the world of research.

Convinced that beauty plays a role in the process of self-reconstruction,  L’Oréal Foundation also supports vulnerable individuals in improving their self-esteem by giving them access to free beauty and wellness treatments. In addition, it promotes access to employment for women in vulnerable situations by providing high-quality training in beauty professions.

In every country where it deploys its philanthropic initiatives and works for the public good, L’Oréal Foundation draws on its deep convictions and the strong values of L’Oréal Group.

Interview with Elisa Simonpietri, PharmD, International Director of the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Programs

Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with around 100,000 employees in 73 countries and annual revenue of approximately €12 billion. The European number one in Big Data, Cybersecurity, High Performance Computing, and Digital Workplace solutions, the Group provides cloud services, infrastructure and data management solutions, business applications and platforms, as well as transactional services through Worldline, the European leader in payment services.

With its cutting-edge technologies and digital and industry expertise, Atos supports the digital transformation of its clients across the Defense, Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Media, Energy & Utilities, Public Sector, Retail, Telecommunications, and Transportation industries.

Worldwide IT partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Group operates under the brands Atos, Atos Consulting, Atos Worldgrid, Bull, Canopy, Unify, and Worldline. Atos SE (Societas Europaea) is listed on Euronext Paris and is part of the CAC 40 index.

Microsoft is an American company founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. It is one of the world’s leading technology companies. Microsoft is best known for its Windows operating system, Microsoft Office suite, and Azure cloud platform. The company also develops products such as Xbox console, Bing search engine, and Teams video conferencing software. Present worldwide, Microsoft plays a key role in technological innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

As a digital operator, Orange believes that technology is a major driver of development and progress. The Institut Henri Poincaré, with its mission of hosting and fostering exchanges in mathematics and theoretical physics, is among the most dynamic institutions contributing to interactions between researchers and the general public, and to the advancement of fundamental sciences—sciences that underpin many of the technologies used in the digital sector.

Demography, natural resources, climate, digital divides: many questions arise at both individual and global levels, and the digital revolution challenges the future of our operating models. At the heart of these transformations, Orange leverages its innovative capabilities in service of people, aiming to offer its customers and employees an unparalleled experience.

As a network operator and creator of digital experiences in over 29 countries, Orange serves its 263 million customers guided by its Human Inside philosophy.

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Criteo is a global technology company providing marketers worldwide with reliable and relevant advertising. The 2,800 members of the Criteo team collaborate with over 20,000 clients and thousands of publishers around the world to deliver effective advertising across all channels, leveraging advanced machine learning technology combined with unparalleled datasets. Criteo provides businesses of all sizes with the technology they need to better understand and serve their customers.