Prof. Bruno LAVIOLLEÂ –Â Produits de santĂŠ(Health products) – Best Researcher Award
Alignment with Award Category
Professor Laviolleâs sustained research excellence, commitment to teaching and mentoring, and innovative contributions to clinical pharmacology make him exceptionally well-suited for the Best Researcher Award or a category recognizing Excellence in Translational Research or Methodological Innovation.
CHU de Rennes | France
Profile
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đEarly Academic PursuitsÂ
Education and Training
Born with a passion for science and healthcare, Bruno LAVIOLLE, MD, PhD (N° dâordre : 35/5922; N° RPPS : 10002677705) embarked on a rich and rigorous academic journey in the biomedical sciences. His academic foundations were laid with a Bachelor in Science during 1997-98, encompassing Biostatistics, Informatics and Modelling at Nantes University, alongside Methods in Clinical Epidemiology and Clinical Research, and Cellular Pharmacology, Pharmacogenetics, and Pharmacokinetics at Rennes 1 University. Driven by a commitment to clinical excellence, he obtained a Masterâs in Human Science with a specialization in Fundamental and Clinical Pharmacology from Paris 11 University in 2002. In the same year, he also earned a Certificate in Public Health from Rennes 1 University, setting the stage for a multidimensional understanding of medicine and pharmacology. He achieved his Medical Doctor degree in 2003, followed by certification in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutic Research in 2004. His thirst for research culminated in a PhD in 2011 and an Accreditation to Supervise Doctoral Research in 2013, both from Rennes 1 University.
đźProfessional EndeavorsÂ
Academic Positions
Professor Bruno Laviolle currently holds multiple influential positions. He serves as a Professor of Clinical Pharmacology at Rennes 1 University and Rennes University Hospital, where he is also Director of the Clinical Investigation Centre, Inserm 1414, located at HĂ´pital de Pontchaillou in Rennes, France. His dual affiliation with Inserm UMR_S 1085 (Irset) and the Clinical Investigation Centre (Inserm 1414) underscores his central role in bridging translational research and clinical pharmacology. Through these institutions, he plays a crucial role in developing and managing pharmacological studies, advancing medical therapies, and training future experts in the field.
đContributions and Research Focus on Produits de santĂŠ(Health products)
Bruno Laviolleâs research lies at the intersection of clinical pharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, and clinical investigation methodologies. His work is characterized by robust biostatistical modeling, rigorous methodologies for clinical trials, and deep expertise in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. He is especially recognized for his efforts in clinical investigations in cardiovascular pharmacology, an area where his contributions have had meaningful impacts on patient care and drug safety. As the Director of Inserm 1414, he spearheads major clinical trials and translational research projects. His commitment to scientific excellence extends into education, where he leads the Masterâs Course of Clinical Research at Rennes University. Additionally, he is actively involved in training medical and graduate students in clinical trial methodology, pharmacological modeling, and biostatistics, equipping the next generation of healthcare professionals with vital research competencies.
đAccolades and RecognitionÂ
Professor Laviolleâs remarkable career is supported by his membership in esteemed organizations. He is a valued member of the French Society of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, the European Association for Clinical Pharmacology, and the American College of Clinical Pharmacology, where he serves on the education committee. Furthermore, his membership in the French Association of Medical School Teachers of Pharmacology highlights his respected position in the academic community. These affiliations reflect the high regard in which his peers hold his clinical, academic, and research contributions. His dedication to education and public health has earned him numerous accolades and sustained recognition in both national and international medical communities.
đ Impact and InfluenceÂ
Community Impact
The impact of Bruno Laviolleâs work reverberates through both clinical practice and academic circles. His influence is evident in the curriculum he has helped shape for medical students and Masterâs level scholars at Rennes University, particularly in critical reading of scientific publications, clinical biostatistics, and pharmacological modeling. Through his leadership at Inserm 1414, he has directly influenced the design and implementation of critical drug trials and research protocols in France and beyond. His dual expertise in clinical medicine and research methodology has positioned him as a key figure in fostering evidence-based clinical practices, particularly in cardiovascular pharmacology and public health intervention trials.
đŽLegacy and Future ContributionsÂ
Publications
Trends of Publication of Negative Trials Over Time
Journals: Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Day-to-day dynamics of fetal heart rate variability to detect chorioamnionitis in preterm premature rupture of membranes
Journals: PLoS ONE
Association between humoral serological markers levels and risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection after the primary COVID-19 vaccine course among ANRS0001S COV-POPART cohort participants
Journals: BMC Infectious Disease
Development and validation of a community acquired sepsis-worsening score in the adult emergency department: a prospective cohort: the CASC score
Journals: BMC Emergency Medicine