Physics Laboratory of the ENS of Lyon

The Physics Laboratory of the École Normale Supérieure (ENS) de Lyon is a joint research unit (UMR 5672) associated with the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) and the ENS de Lyon. It was established on January 1, 1995, following the merger of two laboratories. The laboratory's activities are centered on fundamental and interdisciplinary research in physics, exploring the boundaries of the field.

The research at the laboratory is structured around two primary scientific axes: 'Matter, Light, and Quantum Systems' and 'Complex Systems, Statistical Physics, and Soft Matter'. This broad scope allows for investigations into diverse areas such as fluid dynamics, turbulence, condensed matter, statistical physics, signal processing, and biophysics. The laboratory is organized into 14 research teams, each focusing on specific themes within these axes, including soft matter, non-linear physics, theoretical physics of condensed matter, and quantum optics. It houses approximately 130 members, including about 50 permanent researchers and teacher-researchers, alongside technical and administrative staff, doctoral students, and postdoctoral researchers.

The laboratory serves the scientific community and society by advancing knowledge in physics and its applications. Its business model is that of a public research institution, funded by the CNRS and ENS de Lyon, as well as through competitive research grants at national and international levels. It plays a significant role in training future scientists through its close ties to the academic programs at ENS de Lyon, with many researchers also serving as educators. The laboratory is committed to scientific outreach, disseminating its findings to the public and engaging in educational initiatives.

Keywords: fundamental physics, interdisciplinary research, complex systems, statistical physics, soft matter, condensed matter, fluid dynamics, quantum systems, biophysics, signal processing