| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Aix-Marseille Universityuniv-amu.fr
Educates over 80,000 students, conducts intensive research, and fosters innovation across numerous campuses, playing a key role in regional and international development. |
7,393 |
| 2 |
APHM (Assistance Publique - Hopitaux de Marseille)fr.ap-hm.fr
Public university hospitals providing comprehensive care, training, research, and prevention, with advanced medical specialties and technology for regional and complex cases. |
6,190 |
| 3 | 2,940 | |
| 4 |
Institut Paoli-Calmettesinstitutpaolicalmettes.fr
A leading cancer center in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur and Corsica, offering healthcare, research, and cancer education through its hospital, research center, and institute |
967 |
| 5 |
Aix-Marseille Université (AMU)univ-amu.fr
Aix-Marseille University is a large French-speaking university with 80,000 students, 8,000 staff, 5 campuses, and strong research infrastructure |
338 |
| 6 |
Aix-Marseille University - Companyaixmarseille-universite.fr
A company based in Marseille, France specializing in computer and network security services |
240 |
| 7 |
CIMLciml.univ-mrs.fr
Research institute focused on immunology-based research areas like cell activation, host-pathogen interactions, and cell death, associated with prominent scientific organizations |
152 |
| 8 |
CRCM - Centre de Recherche en Cancérologie de Marseillecrcm-marseille.fr
A cancer research center in Marseille conducting fundamental, translational, and clinical research, with international collaborations and emphasis on training programs |
144 |
| 9 |
Laboratoire d'Astrophysique de Marseillelam.fr
Astrophysics research unit in Marseille, France, comprising researchers, doctoral and post-doctoral scholars, engineers, technicians, and administrative staff |
139 |
| 10 |
Ecole d'Architecture de Marseille-Luminymarseille.archi.fr
A public institution in Marseille that provides higher education in architecture, aiming to train architects who can address social challenges globally |
139 |
| 11 |
IM2NP CNRS UMR 7334im2np.fr
Established in 2008, IM2NP is a multidisciplinary research institute specializing in advanced materials, integrated electronics, and nanoscience with 300 staff members |
118 |
| 12 |
Institut Fresnelfresnel.fr
A research institute in Marseille with approximately 195 members dedicated to photonics, electromagnetism, signal/image analysis, and various other research fields |
104 |
| 13 |
Mediterranean Institute of Oceanography MIOmio.osupytheas.fr
A research laboratory under joint direction of universities and institutes, specializing in marine biology, ecology, and oceanic system responses to global changes |
104 |
| 14 | 101 | |
| 15 |
École de Journalisme et de Communication d'Aix-Marseilleejcam.univ-amu.fr
Established in 1982, the company is a leading institution specializing in training media and communication professionals for over 40 years |
95 |
| 16 |
IBDMibdm.univ-mrs.fr
An internationally renowned research institute exploring developmental biology, diseases, and therapeutic applications through interdisciplinary approaches and supporting startups and quality education |
91 |
| 17 |
Centre de Physique des Particules de Marseille (CPPM; CNRS/IN2P3 - Aix-Marseille University)in2p3.fr
Fundamental research on elementary particles, their interactions, astroparticle physics, and observational cosmology to understand the universe. |
87 |
| 18 |
Centrale Marseillecentrale-marseille.fr
A prestigious engineering school emphasizing innovation, responsibility, international mobility, research, and strong student engagement Providing excellence in generalist engineering education with high-level career opportunities |
86 |
| 19 |
Faculté des Sciences du Sport d'Aix-Marseille Universitéfss.univ-amu.fr
The company is the Faculty of Sport Sciences at Aix-Marseille University, offering education in sports science and promoting partnerships in the sports industry |
79 |
| 20 |
Institut de Neurosciences de la Timoneint.univ-amu.fr
A large research center in Marseille focusing on neuroscience, with research teams studying various topics using molecular, computational, and interdisciplinary approaches |
79 |
| 21 |
C2VNc2vn.univ-amu.fr
Research center focused on cardiovascular diseases, prevention through nutrition. Nine research teams, four advanced technology platforms. Major French research player. |
71 |
| 22 |
Aix-Marseille School of Economics (AMSE)amse-aixmarseille.fr
Offering a unique approach to economics research, education, and outreach at graduate levels, preparing a new generation of economists for global challenges |
68 |
| 23 |
SESSTIMsesstim.univ-amu.fr
Research laboratory focusing on health economics, social sciences, medical information processing, cancer, infectious diseases, and addiction through university teaching and international scientific partnerships. |
65 |
| 24 |
SATT Sud-Estsattse.com
Facilitating technology transfer by connecting researchers and businesses, managing patents, and licensing innovations in South France and Corsica. |
62 |
| 25 |
Marseille Medical Geneticsmarseille-medical-genetics.org
A genetics company located in Marseille, France specializing in medical genetics services and research |
61 |
| 26 |
Faculté des Sciences Aix-Marseille Universitésciences.univ-amu.fr
A multidisciplinary science faculty in France with 8 departments, 29 research units, 10,000 students, and 1,200 staff across multiple sites |
58 |
| 27 |
Institut des Sciences du Mouvement (ISM-UMR7287) Aix Marseille Université & CNRSism.univ-amu.fr
The Institut des Sciences du Mouvement focuses on interdisciplinary research on the physiology, psychology, and sociology of human movement with around 150 staff members |
53 |
| 28 |
Laboratoire AFMBafmb.univ-mrs.fr
A molecular biology laboratory in France focusing on understanding protein architecture, biological mechanisms, and analyzing big data from genome sequencing |
52 |
| 29 |
OpenEditionopenedition.org
OpenEdition is an international digital publishing portal specializing in humanities and social sciences, hosting e-journals, e-books, scientific blogs, and academic announcements |
51 |
| 30 |
Institute of Radical Chemistry ICRicr.univ-amu.fr
The Institute of Radical Chemistry specializes in researching and synthesizing compounds with single electrons for various applications in materials and therapeutics |
48 |
| 31 |
Institute of NeuroPhysioPathology (INP)inp.univ-amu.fr
The Institute of NeuroPhysiopathology conducts research on neurodegenerative diseases, neural network plasticity, and therapeutic strategies involving stem cells and drug delivery methods |
46 |
| 32 |
Laboratoire de Chimie de l'Environnementlce.univ-amu.fr
The company conducts research on chemical kinetics and mechanisms of contaminant transformation, develops innovative analytical methods, and collaborates with various sectors for environmental quality management |
46 |
| 33 |
Laboratoire M2P2m2p2.fr
A research unit at Aix-Marseille University focusing on fundamental and applied research using experimental, physical, and mathematical modeling for simulations |
41 |
| 34 |
CINaM, Centre Interdisciplinaire de Nanoscience de Marseillecinam.univ-mrs.fr
Researching multi-scale material structures, including molecules, atomic clusters, nanoparticles, thin films, natural and man-made mesoscopic objects, focusing on nanomaterial design and nanometer-scale phenomena. |
38 |
| 35 |
AFMB CNRS UMR7257univ-mrs.fr
A structural biology laboratory in Marseilles, France, studying protein architecture, macromolecular interactions, and analyzing big data from genome sequencing centers |
35 |
| 36 |
IUSTIiusti.cnrs.fr
IUSTI laboratory is a CNRS-Aix Marseille University research unit focused on engineering sciences, with research in mechanics, energy, and applications in various industries |
35 |
| 37 |
Protisvalorprotisvalor.com
A research valuation subsidiary supporting laboratories and researchers with legal, administrative, financial, and intellectual property services at Aix-Marseille University |
32 |
| 38 |
Groupe Résurgencesresurgences.eu
The company consists of three branches focusing on job training in digital fields, training in editing and web design, and research and development for public policy evaluation |
29 |
| 39 |
Plan Bleuplanbleu.org
A Mediterranean-focused expertise center provides environmental and socio-economic knowledge to guide informed decision-making for sustainable development and environmental protection in the region |
29 |
| 40 |
iSm2 - institut des Sciences Moléculaires de Marseilleism2.univ-amu.fr
Multidisciplinary research center focusing on molecular chemistry, biology, and physics interfaces within the Marseille Molecular Sciences Institute |
24 |
| 41 |
CVT Valorisation Sudcvt-sud.fr
Facilitating fair technology transfer from French research labs to markets in the Global South through services like IP management, promotion, and licensing |
7 |
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