Yves Buisson, Former Director Of Institut Pasteur du Cambodge Dies AtYves Buisson

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐘𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧, 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐏𝐂 (𝟏𝟗𝟗𝟗–𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟏)

The Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Prof. Yves Buisson, who died on 26 November 2025 in France. In his memory, IPC held a solemn and heartfelt commemoration ceremony on Thursday, 4 December, gathering staff members to honor his remarkable legacy and unwavering dedication to global scientific advancement, public health, and training.

Prof. Buisson served as Director of the Institut Pasteur du Cambodge from 1999 to 2001, guiding the institution through important scientific developments and strengthening its role within the broader international research landscape. Following his tenure in Cambodia, he became Executive Delegate to the International Network of Pasteur Institutes, reflecting his deep commitment to global collaboration.

Earlier in his distinguished career, Prof. Buisson led the Laboratory of the Institut Pasteur in Dakar and served as a medical biologist and specialist in tropical medicine within the French Armed Forces Medical Service. His expertise and leadership earned him a seat as a Member of the French National Academy of Medicine, a distinction he held since 2007.

Prof. Buisson remained active in scientific missions throughout his life, including a visit to IPC in June 2023 during an Academy delegation—an occasion remembered with great admiration.

The Institut Pasteur du Cambodge extends its deepest condolences to Prof. Buisson’s family, friends, colleagues, and all who were touched by his extraordinary contributions to science and global health.