Founders

The nucleus of mammuthus, the founders have built the expedition and scientific programs and have been dedicated to the initiative for over a decade.


Bernard Buigues, France, founder and chief explorer

Professor Yves Coppens, France, senior scientist

Dr. Alexei Tikhonov, Russia, senior scientist

Professor Daniel C Fisher, United States, senior scientist


Support Team

The mammuthus support team aids in the execution of the initiative’s expeditions, outreach and various periphery activities.

Ludovic Lainé, Partner

Lucas Hannell, Partner