Samuel F. Cousin

Samuel F. Cousin

Comité Nationale Section 18

Samuel F. Cousin

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About me

I am a CNRS researcher (CR) based in Marseille, working at the interface of spectroscopy, structural biology, and biophysics. My research focuses on the development and application of NMR methods to study protein dynamics and structure, combining isotopic labelling strategies with spin-relaxation measurements.

I am a strong advocate of open science: I strive to share code, datasets, and preprints as openly and as early as possible. This site is a space to share my work — papers, code, and notes on science and politics — away from the pressures that sometimes accompany formal publishing.

I believe scientists have a responsibility to engage beyond the lab, both in collective governance of research institutions and in broader societal debates.

Engagement at CNRS Section 18

In 2025, I ran as a SNTRS-CGT candidate for election to the CNRS National Committee (CoNRS), Section 18 — Spectroscopy, Chemical Physics, and Biology Interface.

My platform centred on the following commitments:

  • Scientific evaluation without bibliometric bias — peer review based on the actual content and significance of research, not on journal impact factors or h-indices.
  • Defending permanent positions — fighting for the conversion of precarious contracts into tenure-track posts, and for full recognition of prior research experience upon recruitment.
  • Supporting early-career researchers — ensuring fair working conditions and career prospects for PhD students and postdocs.
  • Gender equality and non-discrimination — actively countering gender bias in hiring and promotion decisions.
  • Protecting academic freedom — resisting economic and political pressures that seek to orient or restrict fundamental research, particularly in the current context of rising anti-scientific political forces.
  • Collaborative governance — advocating for a participatory, collegial approach to committee decisions rather than top-down management.

See the full election statement (in French) for details.