Prof. Dr. Jean Geringer | Materials Chemistry
| Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Jean Geringer | Mines Saint-Etienne | France

Prof. Dr. Jean Geringer is a distinguished expert in biomaterials, tribocorrosion, and materials science with extensive academic and industrial experience. He earned his Ph.D. on fretting corrosion of biomaterials at the École Nationale Supérieure des Mines de Saint-Étienne and later obtained HDR certification in research management, mentoring multiple Ph.D. students and postdocs. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of wear and corrosion mechanisms in orthopedic implants, integrating experimental and theoretical approaches. Currently a professor in biomaterials and tribocorrosion, he has held senior research positions internationally and led entrepreneurial initiatives in implant materials. His work bridges fundamental science and practical applications, demonstrating excellence in innovation, leadership, and interdisciplinary research, making him highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award.

Professional Profile

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Education

Prof. Dr. Jean Geringer academic foundation spans chemistry and materials science. He completed post-secondary preparatory studies in France, followed by a Master’s degree in chemical engineering from the École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Toulouse (ENSC-T). He earned a Master’s in materials science at ENSM Saint-Étienne, focusing on biomaterials and contact mechanics. Subsequently, he completed a Ph.D. on fretting corrosion of biomaterials with a French government grant at ENSM Saint-Étienne. Later, he achieved HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) at Jean Monnet University, demonstrating research management capability by supervising multiple Ph.D. students and postdoctoral researchers. He also passed competitive national teaching examinations, including Agrégation and CAPES, reflecting a solid blend of scientific knowledge and pedagogical expertise.

Professional Experience

Prof. Dr. Jean Geringer has over two decades of academic and research experience in biomaterials, tribocorrosion, and implant engineering. He served as an assistant professor, later advancing to a full professor at ENSM Saint-Étienne, mentoring Ph.D. students and postdocs. He worked as a senior research fellow at Samara University and led entrepreneurial projects in implant materials. His early career included research assistantships in analytical chemistry and teaching roles across secondary schools, preparatory programs, and university laboratories. He has also held visiting scholar positions in the USA and Europe, enhancing international collaboration. His professional trajectory demonstrates a strong combination of teaching, research, and leadership, with expertise in experimental and theoretical studies of fretting corrosion, wear mechanisms, and implant surface treatments.

Awards 

Prof. Dr. Jean Geringer has received recognition for excellence in research, teaching, and scientific leadership. His HDR certification highlights his capability in supervising Ph.D. and postdoctoral researchers. He has been invited as a visiting scholar at prestigious institutions in the USA and Europe, reflecting international acknowledgment of his expertise. Additionally, he has successfully managed industrial collaborations and entrepreneurial projects in biomaterials for orthopedic implants. His numerous publications in high-impact journals underscore his contributions to the field of tribocorrosion, implant wear, and electrochemical studies. These achievements, combined with his active mentorship and innovation-driven approach, position him as a leading researcher in biomaterials, making him highly suitable for awards recognizing research excellence, leadership, and global impact.

Research Interests 

Prof. Dr. Jean Geringer research focuses on biomaterials, tribocorrosion, and the electrochemical behavior of metallic implants under physiological conditions. He investigates wear and fretting-corrosion mechanisms in orthopedic and dental implants, combining experimental analysis, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, atomic force microscopy, and theoretical modeling such as the Point Defect Model. His work includes studying protein interactions, surface treatments, polymer-metal interfaces, and the long-term performance of implant materials. He also explores multiscale analysis to enhance implant durability, integrating nanomaterials, coatings, and advanced polymers. The research bridges fundamental understanding with clinical applications, aiming to improve implant longevity and biocompatibility. His innovative and interdisciplinary approach positions him as a thought leader in tribocorrosion and biomaterials science, contributing significantly to healthcare and materials engineering.

Publication Top Notes

• Zirconia ageing is related to total hip arthroplasty aseptic loosening. A study of 45 retrieved zirconia heads
  Year: 2024

• Nano/micro implant debris affect osteogenesis by chondrocytes: Comparison between ceramic and UHMWPE from hip walking simulator
  Year: 2022

• Highly porous Ti as a bone substitute: Triboelectrochemical characterization of highly porous Ti against Ti alloy under fretting-corrosion conditions
  Year: 2021

Conclusion 

Prof. Dr. Jean Geringer  is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His research demonstrates originality, rigor, and tangible contributions to biomedical materials and tribocorrosion science. He combines experimental excellence with mentorship and international experience, producing work that advances both theory and practice. While minor improvements in collaboration, outreach, and computational integration could enhance his impact, his current achievements already reflect leadership, innovation, and influence in his field. Recognition through the Best Researcher Award would be well-justified, honoring both his scientific contributions and the meaningful real-world applications of his research in healthcare and materials engineering.