About Me
Hello! I’m Maxime, a PhD in remote sensing with a passion for solving environmental challenges using digital tools and advanced statistical methods. I specialize in machine learning, spatial statistics, and remote sensing.
I’d say im : Creative , Curious , and Rigorous
Projects
Innovative research on improving soil mapping methods using advanced machine learning.
This project focuses on utilizing remote sensing techniques for soil mapping, aiming to improve accuracy and sustainability. It includes statistical modeling, data analysis, and collaborations with research institutions.
Experience
Valorhiz & L’Institut Agro Montpellier
PhD Student in Remote Sensing
February 2022 - Present
https://valorhiz.com
Developing data-driven solutions for soil and land use classification.
- Conducted research on machine learning for land-use classification
- Developed Python tools for spatial statistics and sampling
- Presented findings at international conferences
Valorhiz
Final-Year Internship
March - September 2021
Segmentation of ortho-images for land cover monitoring.
- Applied machine learning techniques to remote sensing data
- Analyzed the environmental impact of land use changes
INRAE UMR ABSYS
Research Internship
September 2019 - February 2020
Statistical analysis of climate impact on viticulture in Languedoc-Roussillon.
- Conducted pedoclimatic analysis and large-scale surveys
- Published research on climate influence on vineyard yields
Education
MSc in Agrotic Engineering
Bordeaux Sciences Agro
2017 - 2021
- Specialized in agricultural technologies and data science
- Completed courses in statistics, GIS, and remote sensing
Exchange Semester
Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil
August - December 2018
- Studied agricultural techniques in a subtropical climate
- Gained fluency in Portuguese
BCPST Preparatory Classes
Lycée Chaptal, Paris
2014 - 2017
Skills
- Remote Sensing and Machine Learning
- Programming: Python, R
- Statistical Modeling and Spatial Analysis
- Fluent in English (C1), Portuguese (B2), and Spanish (B1)
- Operating Systems: Windows, Ubuntu, macOS
Awards
Best Poster Presentation
Soil Mapping for a Sustainable Future Conference, Orléans
February 2023
Best Oral Presentation
EuroLeague for Life Sciences Student Conference, Stuttgart
November 2023
Interests
- Hiking, cycling, and rock climbing
- Playing guitar, singing, and music production
- Traveling with a focus on eco-friendly mobility