Olivier BERNARD has extensive experience in research and development, currently serving as VP R&D and Applications at MERSEN since June 2006, where previous roles included Global R&D Manager and Research and Development Manager. Prior to this, Olivier BERNARD held the position of Assistant Professor at the University of Paris XI, ORSAY, from September 2004 to September 2005. Olivier BERNARD earned a PhD in Material Science from Paris-Sud University (Paris XI) between 1996 and 2004, specializing in MOCVD, CVD, and PVD technologies.