Publications

    Statistical learning & clustering

    13 papers

    Fermat distance and geodesics, consistency under learned metrics, EM-like and spectral clustering (including directed graphs), robust classification, equation discovery.

    2026

    Generalized Dirichlet energy and graph Laplacians for clustering directed and undirected graphs

    with H. Sevi, G. Debaussart-Joniec, M. Hacini, A. Kalogeratos

    JournalTMLR · 2026

    Parametrized power-iteration clustering for directed graphs

    with G. Debaussart-Joniec, H. Sevi, A. Kalogeratos

    ConfICML · 2026

    k-means with learned metrics

    with P. Groisman, J. Serres, M. Sued

    PreprintPreprint · 2026

    2025

    FEMDA: a unified framework for discriminant analysis

    with P. Houdouin, F. Pascal

    ChapterElliptically Symmetric Distributions in Signal Processing and Machine Learning (Springer), pp. 303–336 · 2025

    2024

    Choosing the parameter of the Fermat distance: navigating geometry and noise

    with F. Chazal, L. Ferraris, P. Groisman, F. Pascal, F. Sapienza

    JournalTMLR · 2024

    A flexible EM-like clustering algorithm for noisy data

    with F. Pascal, V. Roizman

    JournalIEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence · 2024

    2022

    Uncovering differential equations from data with hidden variables

    with A. Somacal, Y. Barrera, L. Boechi, V. Lefieux, D. Picard, E. Smucler

    JournalPhysical Review E · 2022

    Robust Classification with Flexible Discriminant Analysis in Heterogeneous Data

    with A. Wang, P. Houdouin, F. Pascal

    ConfICASSP · 2022

    2021

    Nonhomogeneous Euclidean first-passage percolation and distance learning

    with P. Groisman, F. Sapienza

    JournalBernoulli · 2021

    Clustering high dimensional meteorological scenarios: results and performance index

    with Y. Barrera, L. Boechi, V. Lefieux, D. Picard, E. Smucler, A. Somacal, A. Umfurer

    JournalInternational Journal of Approximate Reasoning · 2021

    On change detection for PolSAR image time series: a new clustering approach

    with F. Pascal, V. Roizman

    ConfIEEE Statistical Signal Processing Workshop (SSP) · 2021

    2020

    Robust clustering and outlier rejection using the Mahalanobis distance distribution

    with F. Pascal, V. Roizman

    ConfEUSIPCO · 2020

    2018

    Weighted Geodesic Distance Following Fermat's Principle

    with F. Sapienza, P. Groisman

    ConfWorkshop of ICLR · 2018

    Reinforcement learning & federated learning

    13 papers

    Policy-gradient methods, adversarial and expert-orchestration approaches, particle-based exploration of rare rewards, limits of local learning, asynchronous federated learning.

    2026

    Efficiency of parallel and restart exploration strategies in model-free stochastic simulations

    with E. Garcia, P. Bermolen, S. Shneer

    JournalStochastic Systems · 2026

    When to parallelize stochastic exploration of rare rewards in reinforcement learning

    with E. Garcia, D. Mastropietro, P. Bermolen

    ConfEUSIPCO, Bruges · 2026

    Optimization trade-offs in asynchronous federated learning: a stochastic networks approach

    with A. Alahyane, C. Comte

    PreprintPreprint · 2026

    Reinforcement learning in infinite state spaces: convergence guarantees via stable exploration

    with V. Puricelli, U. Ayesta, M. Mandjes

    PreprintPreprint — HAL: hal-05633248 · 2026

    2025

    Score-Aware Policy-Gradient Methods and Performance Guarantees using Local Lyapunov Conditions: Applications to Product-Form Stochastic Networks and Queueing Systems

    with C. Comte, J. Sanders, A. Senen-Cerda

    JournalJMLR · 2025

    Fast-exploring reinforcement learning with applications to stochastic networks

    with D. Mastropietro, U. Ayesta, S. Majewski

    JournalQueueing Systems · 2025

    Policy optimization via Adv²: adversarial learning on advantage functions

    with C. Mignacco, G. Stoltz

    JournalTMLR · 2025

    Optimizing asynchronous federated learning: a delicate trade-off between model-parameter staleness and update frequency

    with A. Alahyane, C. Comte, E. Moulines

    ConfEuropean Conference on Artificial Intelligence (ECAI) · 2025

    When Q-learning fails: unstable behavior for infinite state spaces

    with U. Ayesta, S. Foss, V. Puricelli

    ConfIFIP Performance · 2025

    Online matching via reinforcement learning: an expert policy orchestration strategy

    with C. Mignacco, G. Stoltz

    PreprintPreprint · 2025

    2024

    Queueing dynamics of asynchronous Federated Learning

    with L. Leconte, S. Samsonov, E. Moulines

    ConfAISTATS · 2024

    Sample-efficient reinforcement learning for environments with rare high-reward states

    with D. Mastropietro, U. Ayesta

    ConfEuropean Workshop on Reinforcement Learning (EWRL), Toulouse · 2024

    2022

    Efficient reinforcement learning with Fleming-Viot particle systems: application to stochastic networks with rarely observed rewards

    with D. Mastropietro, U. Ayesta, S. Majewski

    ConfEuropean Workshop on Reinforcement Learning (EWRL) · 2022

    Random graphs & exploration processes

    10 papers

    Configuration models, jamming, greedy algorithms, large deviations, parking processes, scaling limits.

    2025

    Exact asymptotic characterisation of running time for approximate gradient descent on random graphs

    with M. Sáenz

    JournalStochastic Analysis and Applications · 2025

    2023

    Large deviations for the greedy exploration process on configuration models

    with P. Bermolen, V. Goicoechea

    JournalALEA · 2023

    2022

    Large Deviation Principle for the Greedy Exploration Algorithm over Erdős–Rényi Graphs

    with P. Bermolen, V. Goicoechea, E. Mordecki

    JournalALEA · 2022

    2021

    SIR dynamics with vaccination in a large configuration model

    with E. Ferreira, J.P. Pinasco

    JournalApplied Mathematics & Optimization · 2021

    2020

    Asymptotic optimality of degree-greedy discovering of independent sets in Configuration Model graphs

    with M. Saenz

    JournalStochastic Processes and Applications · 2020

    2018

    Degree-Greedy Algorithms on Large Random Graphs: Analysis, Optimality and its Application to Wireless Networks

    with P. Bermolen, F. Larroca, M. Saenz

    JournalACM Performance Evaluation Review · 2018

    Degree-Greedy Algorithms on Large Random Graphs: Analysis, Optimality and its Application to Wireless Networks

    with P. Bermolen, F. Larroca, M. Saenz

    ConfACM Performance Evaluation · 2018

    2017

    Scaling limits and generic bounds for exploration processes

    with P. Bermolen, J. Sanders

    JournalJournal of Statistical Physics · 2017

    2016

    The jamming constant of uniform random graphs

    with P. Bermolen, P. Moyal

    JournalStochastic Processes and Applications · 2016

    CSMA with RTS/CTS and the Jamming Constant for the Associated Parking Process

    with P. Bermolen, F. Larroca, P. Moyal

    JournalACM Transactions on Modeling and Performance Evaluation of Computing Systems · 2016

    Quasi-stationary distributions & front propagation

    6 papers

    Fleming–Viot particle systems, F-KPP and Brunet–Derrida limits, Lévy fronts, Kesten–Stigum, QSD approximation.

    2020

    F-KPP scaling limit and selection principle for a Brunet-Derrida type particle system

    with P. Groisman, J. Martínez

    JournalALEA · 2020

    2019

    On the Kesten-Stigum theorem in L² beyond R-positivity

    with S. Saglietti

    JournalAnnales de l'Institut Henri Poincaré · 2019

    2018

    Front propagation and quasi-stationary distributions for one-dimensional Lévy processes

    with P. Groisman

    JournalElectronic Communications in Probability · 2018

    2016

    Fleming-Viot selects the minimal quasi-stationary distribution: the Galton-Watson case

    with A. Asselah, P. Groisman, P. Ferrari

    JournalAnnales de l'Institut Henri Poincaré · 2016

    2015

    Front propagation and quasi-stationary distributions: the same selection principle?

    with P. Groisman

    ChapterSojourns in Probability Theory and Statistical Physics — III · 2015

    2013

    Approximation for quasi-stationary distributions on countable spaces

    with P. Groisman

    JournalMarkov Processes and Related Fields · 2013

    Stochastic networks, queueing & matching

    39 papers

    Load balancing, scheduling, redundancy, retrials, online matching, Erlang-type formulas, stability of multi-class systems.

    2026

    Retrials in loss systems: mean-field analysis, Erlang bounds, and power-of-d comparison

    with D. Cuesta, B. Prabhu, O. Brun

    JournalQueueing Systems (accepted) · 2026

    Joint admission control and embedding of SFC requests in a stochastic environment for maximizing network revenue

    with D. Cuesta, O. Brun, B. Prabhu

    ConfINOC · 2026

    2025

    Decision-epochs matter: unveiling its impact on the stability of scheduling with randomly varying connectivity

    with N. Soprano-Loto, U. Ayesta, I.M. Verloop

    JournalIEEE/ACM Transactions on Networking · 2025

    Online matching for the multiclass stochastic block model

    with N. Soprano-Loto, P. Moyal

    JournalJournal of Applied Probability · 2025

    2022

    From Erlang formula to robust control

    JournalQueueing Systems: Theory and Applications · 2022

    Generalized max-weight policies in stochastic matching

    with P. Moyal, C. Ramírez, N. Soprano-Loto

    JournalStochastic Systems · 2022

    2021

    Improving the Performance of Heterogeneous Data Centers through Redundancy

    with E. Anton, U. Ayesta, M. Verloop

    ConfACM SIGMETRICS · 2021

    2020

    Stability of JSQ in queues with general server-job class compatibilities

    with J. Cruise, S. Shneer

    JournalQueueing Systems · 2020

    On the stability of redundancy models

    with E. Anton, U. Ayesta, M. Verloop

    JournalOperations Research · 2020

    2019

    Redundancy with processor sharing servers

    with E. Anton, U. Ayesta, M. Verloop

    ConfMAMA workshop, ACM SIGMETRICS · 2019

    2018

    Simulation Study of Dynamic Load Balancing for Processor Sharing Servers with Finite Capacity under Generalized Halfin-Whitt-Jagerman Regimes

    with M. Bonaventura, R. Castro

    ConfWinter Simulation Conference · 2018

    2017

    Asymptotics of insensitive load balancing

    with B. Prabhu

    JournalQueueing Systems: Theory and Applications · 2017

    Controlling the number of active instances in a cloud environment

    with A. Ferragut, D. Goldsztajn, F. Paganini

    ConfIFIP Performance · 2017

    2016

    Asymptotics of insensitive load balancing and phases of blocking

    with B. Prabhu

    JournalACM Performance Evaluation Review · 2016

    2015

    Gradient bandwidth allocations

    with S. Shneer

    ConfPerformance (short papers) · 2015

    2014

    Bandwidth sharing networks with multi-scale traffic

    with M. Feuillet, B. Prabhu

    JournalStochastic Systems · 2014

    Stability of multi-dimensional birth-and-death processes with state-dependent 0-homogeneous jumps

    with S. Shneer

    JournalAdvances in Applied Probability · 2014

    Scheduling in random environment: stability and asymptotic stability

    with U. Ayesta, M. Erausquin, M. Verloop

    JournalIEEE/ACM Transactions on Networking · 2014

    2013

    Large deviations of the proportional fairness allocation

    with S. Lopez-Ortega

    JournalMathematics of Operations Research · 2013

    2011

    Opportunistic schedulers in wireless data systems

    with U. Ayesta, M. Erausquin, M. Verloop

    ConfValueTools · 2011

    Survey of Stability Results for Redundancy Systems

    with E. Anton, U. Ayesta, M. Verloop

    ChapterModern Trends in Controlled Stochastic Processes — Theory and Applications, Vol. III (eds. A.B. Piunovskiy, Y. Zhang) · 2011

    2010

    Towards an Erlang formula for multiclass networks

    with J. Mairesse

    JournalQueueing Systems: Theory and Applications · 2010

    Rate stability and output rates in queueing networks with shared resources

    with R.D. van der Mei, W. van der Weij

    JournalPerformance Evaluation · 2010

    Maximal stability of load balancing schemes between two interfering queues

    ChapterModern Trends in Controlled Stochastic Processes I (ed. A. Piunovskiy) · 2010

    Performance Analysis of Traffic Surges in Multi-class Communication Networks

    with R. Núñez-Queija, B. Prabhu

    ConfITC 22 Amsterdam (IEEE) · 2010

    2009

    Flow-level performance and capacity of wireless networks with user mobility

    with T. Bonald, S. Borst, N. Hegde, A. Proutière

    JournalQueueing Systems: Theory and Applications · 2009

    2008

    Stochastic coupling techniques for two-layer loss systems

    with L. Leskelä

    JournalStochastic Models · 2008

    Stability of parallel queueing systems with coupled rates

    with S. Borst, L. Leskelä

    JournalDiscrete Event Dynamic Systems · 2008

    Stability of two interfering processors with load balancing

    ConfValueTools Athens (ICST) · 2008

    2006

    Insensitive versus efficient dynamic load balancing in networks without blocking

    JournalQueueing Systems: Theory and Applications · 2006

    Stability of multi-class queueing networks with state-dependent service rates

    with S. Borst

    ConfValueTools Pisa (ACM) · 2006

    Flow-level stability of channel aware scheduling algorithms

    with S. Borst

    ConfWiOpt (IEEE) · 2006

    2005

    Optimal insensitive routing and bandwidth sharing in simple data networks

    with J. Virtamo

    JournalACM Performance Evaluation Review · 2005

    Does redirection improve performance of overflow routing in heterogeneous loss networks?

    with L. George, L. Leskelä

    ConfITC · 2005

    Optimal insensitive routing and bandwidth sharing in simple data networks

    with J. Virtamo

    ConfACM SIGMETRICS · 2005

    2004

    Insensitive load balancing

    with T. Bonald, A. Proutière

    JournalACM Performance Evaluation Review · 2004

    Insensitive load balancing

    with T. Bonald, A. Proutière

    ConfSIGMETRICS / Performance · 2004

    Insensitive load balancing for single class systems

    with T. Bonald, A. Proutière

    ConfEuroNGI · 2004

    Propagation of chaos for general decentralized load balancing systems

    with M.C. Fittipaldi, S. Lopez

    PreprintPreprint

    Applications

    4 papers

    Physics, materials science, neurobiology, meteorology — domains where probabilistic models meet practice.

    2026

    Smart sampling for optimized materials: a Gaussian process framework for region-of-interest active learning

    L. Carreira, A. Estève, M. Jonckheere, C. Rossi

    JournalMaterials Today Communications · 2026

    2024

    Targeted nano-energetic material exploration through active learning algorithm implementation

    L. Carreira, L. Pillemont, Y. Sami, N. Richard, A. Esteve, M. Jonckheere, C. Rossi

    JournalEnergetic Materials Frontiers · 2024

    2023

    Persistence in a large network of sparsely interacting neurons

    with M. Altamirano, R. Cortez, L. Leskelä

    JournalJournal of Mathematical Biology · 2023

    2016

    Sub-Poissonian statistics of jamming limits in ultra-cold Rydberg gases

    with J. Sanders, S. Kokkelmans

    JournalPhysical Review Letters · 2016