Jean-François Cormier has extensive experience in the field of photonics and remote sensing, serving as a Scientific Advisor at INO since August 1999, where responsibilities have included roles such as Senior Scientific Advisor and Chief of Technology's Office. Prior positions include Technology Manager - System Sensing and Groupe Leader - System - Remote Sensing, as well as a Researcher focusing on contractual R&D in photonics technologies and prototyping. Previously, Jean-François worked as a Research Agent at NRC-IMI from September 1996 to August 1999. Educationally, Jean-François holds a PhD in Physics from Université Laval and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physics from Université de Montréal.