François Jacq

François Jacq is a prominent figure in the French scientific community, recently appointed as the president-director general of the Centre National d'Études Spatiales (CNES), France's space agency. With an academic background from École Polytechnique and extensive experience in managing scientific and technical organizations, he has previously led several notable institutions, including Météo-France and Ifremer. His appointment follows the departure of Philippe Baptiste, and he brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the CNES as it continues to advance France's space exploration and technology initiatives.