Huawei opens maths research centre in France

NEW DELHI: Huawei today launched its second mathematics research centre in France, after Russia. The tech giant aims to advance its role in basic scientific research, particularly in mathematical algorithms to drive ICT breakthroughs. The centre is also part of Huawei’s goals to work closely with French academia, aimed at creating a thriving academic ecosystem focused on ICT development.


It will combine France's mathematical research expertise and Huawei's capabilities in applying research to business, and help bring France's talent and technologies to the global ICT sector.

The research centre will be led by Mérouane Debbah, full professor at CentraleSupélec and specialist in the field of telecommunications.

“This Mathematics Research Center will conduct in-depth research on mathematical algorithms, design new architecture and algorithms, apply new mathematical tools and models to the ICT sector, and build a new theory system. Meanwhile, Huawei will forge close partnerships with Supélec, Eurocom, Institute of Advanced Scientific Studies (IHES), Télécom ParisTech, and other colleges and universities,” said Debbah.


Currently, the research centre employs over 80 researchers, all of whom have a doctorate degree or higher.

"One of our goals, beyond technological research, is to train more young French talent for the global ICT industry. The center will provide great opportunities for mathematicians. I believe many young experts will have the opportunity to work with our research teams around the world and begin their career in an international environment,” added Debbah.