TERATEC 2026 Forum
The essential meeting place for all digital players
Simulation . HPC/HPDA . Artificial Intelligence . Quantum Computing

Technical and Application Workshops
Tuesday October 20 and Wednesday October 21, 2026
Palais des Congrès de Paris

Explore, learn, experiment: the TERATEC Forum workshops

Preliminary Schedule - Tuesday, October 20

A1 Trust in High-Performance Computing: Ensuring Accuracy in the Age of AI
Chaired by Norbert Bourneix (Scientific tools manager, Safran) and Pierre Louat (Sr Architect, Application engineering EMEA, Synopsys)

In the age of AI, HPC must adapt to balance its growing demands for computing power and accuracy. The workshop will provide an overview of key challenges in numerical quality and explore ways to ensure the robustness of simulations and leverage mixed-precision computing.

A2 Quantum computing in Europe: Cross-cutting strategies and synergies
Chaired by Loïc Le Loarer (Coordinateur de la Stratégie Nationale Quantique, SGPI), Jean-Philippe Nomine (HPC Strategic Collaborations Manager, CEA) and Emmanuelle Vergnaud (Directrice adjointe, Teratec)

This workshop will review European developments and policies supporting quantum computing. From the presentation of various national situations and strategies it will be possible to identify and discuss potential avenues for strengthening, alignment and collaboration to make Europe a major player in quantum computing. .

A3 AI in Industry: From Design to Production
Chaired by Mathilde Mougeot (Professeure affiliée en mathématiques, enSIIE & ENS Paris Saclay) and Vivien Clauzon (Principal numerical scientist HPC, Michelin)

From design to production, this workshop explores the practical integration of AI into industrial processes. It covers the design, simulation, validation, production, and deployment of models. Case studies will be presented to shed light on the challenges related to performance, reliability, and implementation.

Preliminary Schedule - Wednesday, October 21

Edge-to-Super Computing: Advancing Scientific Research and Digital Twins
Chaired by Christelle Piechurski (Scientific Program Manager, Nvidia) and Stephane Requena (Directeur Technique & Innovation, GENCI)

This workshop will highlight innovations in the integration of edge computing, AI, and HPC—a key enabler for scientific research and digital twins. It will address the challenges and opportunities in this field and present hybrid architectures designed to optimize simulations and decision-making.

A5 Smart Cities and Regions: The Role of AI, from Models to the Frontiers of Physics and High-Performance Computing
Chaired by Paco Chinesta (Professeur des universités, ENSAM) and Dominique Baillargeat (Scientific executive director, CNRS&CREATE)

This workshop will explore digital twins as a means of optimizing cities and regions using AI, physical models, and HPC. It will address the management of complex systems, from optimization to crisis management. A discussion among stakeholders will be facilitated to balance technological performance with societal acceptance.

A6 Defense AI: From Engineering to Mission-Critical Systems
Chaired by Patrick Fabiani (Scientific Advanced Studies and AI Roadmap, Dassault Aviation) and Thierry Collette (Chief Program Officer, Thales)

This workshop will explore the integration of AI into defense systems, from engineering to the operational environment. It will address issues related to robustness, trust, and deployment in command support or in complex, highly constrained collaborative environments. It will also shed light on the ethical, legal, and technological frameworks necessary for controlled and supervised operational AI.

Full program available starting June 1, 2026