 French information theorists

French information theorists refer to researchers and scholars from France who have made significant contributions to the field of information theory. Information theory, originally developed by Claude Shannon in the mid-20th century, deals with the quantification, storage, and communication of information. It has applications in various domains, including telecommunications, computer science, statistics, and neuroscience. French contributions to information theory have been notable, with several key figures emerging in various subfields such as coding theory, network theory, and data compression.