Freshwater pollution represents a major environmental and societal challenge, directly affecting our territories and their ecosystems. Understanding its causes, assessing its impacts, and considering sustainable solutions requires combining knowledge and expertise from multiple fields.
In this context, Le Mans University is organizing the Freshwater Pollution CoLab from 25 to 27 November. Researchers, institutions, associations, and citizens will meet for three days of conferences and collaborative work to explore issues related to water quality and preservation. Some conferences will be held in French, with live interpretation into English (please bring a smartphone with Zoom and headphones).
The programme
Day 1 – Opening and Conferences: Presentation of the issues related to water pollution and treatment, introduction to scientific research, and an exchange session around an exhibition of posters created by students.
Day 2 – Visit to the Maison de l’Eau and Hackathon Launch: Field visit and collaborative work to develop concrete solutions.
Day 3 – Hackathon and Final Presentations: Continuation of collective work and presentation of results to a jury.
Speakers:
- Sébastien Gatelier, Head of the Aquatic Environment Pollution Prevention Unit, Water and Environment Department, Departmental Directorate for Territories.
- Marie-José Durand-Thouand, lecturer and researcher at the IUT in La Roche sur Yon
- Fabienne Lagarde, lecturer and researcher at the University of Le Mans.
- Amandine Tinghir, Expert in Drinking Water Treatment, Hydraulic Engineering and Treatment Project Management, SCE Planning & Environment
- Emmanuel Mousset, Research Fellow at the National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) at the IUT in La Roche sur Yon
- Adi Kassiba, lecturer and researcher at the University of Le Mans.
- Benoît Schoefs, lecturer and researcher at the University of Le Mans.
Practical Information
Dates: 25–27 November 2025
Location: Le Mans, cinema Pathé
Free of charge, registration required: https://forms.office.com/e/ATyuAEVvGN
Contact: cospace-colours@univ-lemans.fr
Categories: Colab Conference Field Trip Hackathon
Topics: Ecology Sustainability
Additional URL: Regista
