List of research institutes in Paris

CNRScnrs.fr

A world-leading research institution exploring life, matter, the universe, and society to address current and future challenges with scientific excellence

CEAcea.fr

Public body conducting research, development, and innovation in low-carbon energy, defense, IT, and health, for national security and technological advancement.

Université Paris Citéu-paris.fr

Research intensive institution delivering higher education across health, science, and social faculties through international cooperation, innovative laboratories, and diverse academic excellence in Paris.

Pasteur Networkpasteur-network.org

Global health network promoting cooperation in biomedical research, public health, training, and innovation with a focus on One Health approach

University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonnepantheonsorbonne.fr

Educates students in humanities and social sciences, developing critical citizens and professionals across various fields, contributing to a more just and sustainable society.

Ecole normale supérieureens.psl.eu

Research and teaching institution, located in Paris, offering interdisciplinary training. It recruits students for master's and doctoral degrees, fostering scientific excellence.

INRAEinrae.fr

Research and innovation in agriculture, food quality, plant and animal sciences, ecology, and sustainable resource and ecosystem management.

Sciences Posciencespo.fr

Leading social sciences university in France, educating diverse students globally with multidisciplinary education and international experience for career success and equal access to higher education

Sorbonne Universitésorbonne-universite.fr

Multidisciplinary university with extensive research activities, large student and staff body, addressing major 21st-century challenges globally.

Institut Pasteurpasteur.fr

Non-profit foundation specializing in biomedical research, public health, training, and technological innovation to combat infectious diseases worldwide.

INRA French National Institute for Agricultural Researchinrae.fr

Research institute for agriculture, food, and environment, developing solutions for multiperformance agriculture, high quality food, and sustainable resource management.

Université Paris Dauphine - PSLpsl.eu

Educates future executives, entrepreneurs, and scholars in organization and decision sciences, with strong ties to business and a global, socially responsible perspective.

Institut Curiecurie.fr

A public utility foundation combining cancer research, innovative healthcare, and multidisciplinary approach to fight cancer through fundamental, translational, and clinical research

Centre National d'Études Spatialescnes.fr

A government agency shaping France's space policy, inventing future space systems, advancing space technologies, and ensuring independent access to space

Paris-Pantheon-Assas Universityassas-universite.fr

education and research institution offering a wide range of courses in law, economics, management, and journalism, including digital technology and business strategy

Arts et Métiers - École Nationale Supérieure d'Arts et Métiersartsetmetiers.fr

Provides foundational and continuing education in mechanical, power, and industrial engineering for engineers and industry professionals.

BNFbnf.fr

A historic library in France, established in the 14th century and expanded over time, now offering digital collections and exhibitions to visitors worldwide

Museum national d'Histoire naturellemnhn.fr

Research and education in life, earth, and human sciences with extensive biological, geological, and cultural collections and public exhibitions.

Pierre and Marie Curie Universitysorbonne-universite.fr

A world-class research university providing top scientific and medical education, supporting academic excellence and real-world skills for future scientists

ICPicp.fr

Private higher education institution with multiple faculties, specialized institutes, associated schools, and research units across three campuses in France.

Université Paris-Sorbonnelettres.sorbonne-universite.fr

An institution rich in history, the Faculty of Arts & Humanities in Paris is dedicated to literature, languages, arts, and social sciences, promoting critical thinking and creativity

EHESS - Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Socialesehess.fr

An academic institution known for in-depth analysis of the past and research on contemporary societies, influencing social science paradigms globally

Mines Paris - PSLpsl.eu

Trains engineers, produces knowledge for companies, addresses ecological transitions and digital transformations, a leading French engineering school.

Collège de Francecollege-de-france.fr

Public institution providing cutting-edge research and open-access teaching across various fields, from science to humanities, globally accessible online.

Centre Pompidoucentrepompidou.fr

Museum with modern and contemporary art collections, cinemas, theatres, educational spaces, research library, and cultural partnerships engaging broad public.

Institut national des langues et civilisations orientales (Inalco)inalco.fr

Established in 1795, this public institution offers high-level language and civilization education with over 100 languages taught and research-focused programs

Institut National du Sport, de l'Expertise et de la Performanceinsep.fr

Develops national sports policy, supports high-level athletes, and leads a network for sports development, research, and international cooperation.

International Energy Agency (IEA)iea.org

Global energy authority providing data, analysis, and solutions on all fuels and technologies to support governments, industry, and citizens.

Institut du Cerveau – Paris Brain Instituteinstitutducerveau.org

Research center focused on brain studies, developing treatments for neurological diseases through collaboration among patients, doctors, researchers, and entrepreneurs.

INRS Franceinrs.fr

Research, training, and assistance focused on preventing workplace accidents and occupational diseases for millions of employees and businesses.

LNElne.fr

Supports innovation, technology sovereignty, and citizen safety through metrology, testing, expertise, certification, and training for industries and public authorities.

Sorbonne Universitysorbonne-universites.fr

Alliance of 11 institutions offering diverse academic courses and research programs across science, medicine, social sciences, engineering, business, and arts.

Ministere de la Defense - IRSEM, Parisirsem.fr

A French research institute funded by the Ministry of Defense focusing on defense and security issues, providing support to young researchers

Institut Imagineinstitutimagine.org

Translational research on genetic diseases combining scientific and clinical expertise to develop new therapies and diagnostics for patients.

École Pratique des Hautes Étudesephe.psl.eu

A public institution offering advanced research training in life sciences, historical and philological sciences, and religious studies, with a focus on societal and cultural phenomena analysis

ARVALIS - Institut du végétalarvalis.fr

Technical institute performs applied research on agriculture, focusing on arable crops from production to preservation for food and non-food uses.

ESPCI Paris - PSLespci.psl.eu

An engineering school in Paris training adaptable engineers with a strong theoretical and experimental background who contribute to societal issues through research and innovation

Institut de l'Elevage (idele)idele.fr

Research and development organization providing technical solutions, innovations, and knowledge to improve competitiveness of herbivore livestock farming and related sectors.

PSL Research Universitypsl.eu

Educates students across diverse fields, fostering research and innovation through a network of institutions and international partnerships, shaping future leaders and innovators.

Unicancerunicancer.fr

A leading French network of cancer centers dedicated to patient care, research, and education, conducting clinical trials to improve cancer treatment

l'Institut national du patrimoineinp.fr

Higher education institute training heritage curators and conservators-restorers for public service, offering continuing education and international cooperation.

CIGREcigre.org

A global community fostering knowledge sharing among power systems professionals to create unbiased technical resources for industry improvement and expertise enhancement

Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chiracquaibranly.fr

Museum showcasing arts from Africa, Oceania, Asia, Americas; cultural institution combining museum, education, research, and public space in Paris.

CNPF - Centre national de la propriété forestièrecnpf.fr

The organization supports sustainable management of French private forests through advisory, research, training, and knowledge dissemination activities

Institut Cochininstitutcochin.fr

A research center focusing on advancing knowledge of biological mechanisms in humans, with research areas including cancer, immunology, endocrinology, and genetics

Institut National de Recherche Agronomique (INRA)inrae.fr

Leading agricultural research institute in Europe, focusing on food, agriculture, and environmental research to address key societal challenges through exploration, understanding, experimentation, and anticipation

Institut de la Visioninstitut-vision.org

The company is one of Europe's leading integrated vision research centers, bringing together fundamental, clinical, and industrial research to develop novel vision-related therapeutics and technologies

CTIFLctifl.fr

A research and development organization serving the fruit and vegetable industry, focusing on improving performance, competitiveness, consumption, and innovation

Ifri - Institut français des relations internationalesifri.org

Leading independent research institute in France, specializing in international affairs and global governance Conducts policy-oriented research, hosts debates, and publishes influential publications

École des Arts Décoratifs – PSLensad.fr

Public higher education institution for art and design, training 800 students in 10 diverse sectors across multiple locations, including research and post-master programs.

École nationale supérieure d'architecture de Paris-La Villetteparis-lavillette.archi.fr

Educates architects and planners. Focuses on societal and environmental challenges, urban environments. Offers initial, continuing, and apprenticeship training. Emphasizes humanities, plastic arts, research, and international partnerships.

Chimie ParisTech - PSLchimieparistech.psl.eu

A top-ranked institution offering comprehensive chemistry education from bachelor to doctorate levels, conducting cutting-edge research, and fostering innovation among generalist chemical engineers

École nationale supérieure d'architecture Paris-Val de Seineparis-valdeseine.archi.fr

Public architecture school under cultural ministry supervision, providing higher education and research in architecture for nearly 2000 students in a contemporary, renovated building.

Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoinecitedelarchitecture.fr

museum combining French monuments, architecture institute, and Chaillot school, offering exhibitions, library, and educational workshops to public

Learning Planet Institutelearningplanetinstitute.org

Driving the learning-society revolution through education, research, community building, and collective intelligence to tackle global challenges and create a better world

IRCAMircam.fr

A leading public research center in acoustics and music, focusing on musical expression, scientific research, and technological innovation through various activities

École Pratique de Service Social (EPSS)epss.fr

A non-profit organization within a university providing diverse social work training programs, promoting social mobility and professional development with values of commitment and ethical responsibility

Institut de Myologieinstitut-myologie.org

Coordination of patient care, fundamental and clinical research, and education focused on neuromuscular diseases and muscle-related health issues.

IRIS - Institut de Relations Internationales et Stratégiquesiris-france.org

Independent think tank providing geopolitical research, strategic analysis, publications, training, and events for public and private organizations.

Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle — Teaching/Trainingformation.mnhn.fr

The company offers training in natural sciences, humanity, and society to understand and preserve biodiversity, promote sustainable development, and educate the public

INEM - Institut Necker Enfants Maladesinstitut-necker-enfants-malades.fr

Research center studying diseases in children and young people, focusing on hereditary and environmental factors, to develop innovative diagnostics and treatments.

NATO Science & Technology Organization (STO)nato.int

Promotes, conducts co-operative research, information exchange within NATO, partners. Primary NATO defense science, technology organization. Governed by a Science and Technology Board.

Mémorial de la Shoahmemorialdelashoah.org

A memorial in Paris educates new generations on the Holocaust to combat racism and intolerance through various activities and exhibits

Institut Jacques Monodijm.fr

A leading research institute in Paris focused on fundamental biology, conducting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of various scientific fields

Epicentre – MSF Epidemiology, Field Medical Research & Training Satelliteepicentre.msf.org

Specializing in epidemiology, medical research, innovation, and training, we conduct projects in volatile environments for Medecins Sans Frontieres

LIP6 - Laboratoire d'informatiquelip6.fr

A computer science research laboratory focused on solving fundamental problems with applications, and validating solutions through academic and industrial partnerships

Inserm Paris / Île-de-Franceinserm.fr

Management of numerous research units and clinical investigation centers focused on advancing health knowledge and translational medical research in Île-de-France.

Collège des Bernardinscollegedesbernardins.fr

Hosting exhibitions, music, debates, theological and biblical training, and research focused on societal hopes and questions.

École nationale des charteschartes.psl.eu

A leading institution in historical research and conservation, renowned for modernizing methods and embracing digital humanities A key component of PSL

SRLF - Société de Réanimation de Langue Françaisesrlf.org

A learned society promoting research and teaching in the field of Intensive Care Medicine at a national and international level

IAE FRANCE - Écoles Universitaires de Managementiae-france.fr

A network of 38 management schools within universities offering various management courses, degrees, and conducting research in France

AFM - Association Française du Marketingafm-marketing.org

The company is a marketing professional group connecting academics, researchers, consultants, and marketing professionals through events, publications, and international partnerships

Inserm Transfertinserm-transfert.fr

Facilitates technology transfer and value creation from health research innovations to industry, supporting projects, startups, and entrepreneurship in life sciences.

Faculté des Sciences et Ingénierie de Sorbonne Universitésciences.sorbonne-universite.fr

University faculty specializing in science and engineering education, research, hosting numerous researchers, students, and multiple research units and institutes.

INAS - Institut National des Affaires Stratégiquesinas-france.fr

An association organizing events focusing on diplomacy, defense, and politics to educate and connect students with experts in crucial global issues

sorbonne universitejussieu.fr

A Neurosciences Research Unit at Jussieu-Université Pierre et Marie Curie-Paris 6, affiliated with CNRS and INSERM, studying neuronal plasticity and neurodegeneration

CTCPA - Centre Technique Agroalimentairectcpa.org

The company specializes in providing tailor-made solutions for the food industry, focusing on food quality, safety, development, performance, packaging, and training

Polytech Sorbonnepolytech.sorbonne-universite.fr

A public engineering school in Paris, part of Sorbonne University, providing high-quality education in various fields of engineering for diverse profiles

AMVALORartsetmetiers.fr

AMVALOR facilitates R&D partnerships, technology transfer, intellectual property valorization, and research funding for Arts et Métiers towards industry innovation and growth

Centre de recherche et de restauration des musées de France (C2RMF)c2rmf.fr

A national service in France for preserving and studying cultural heritage from museums, focusing on scientific research, conservation strategies, and documentation

Faculté de Sciences Humaines et Sociales - Sorbonne (Université Paris Descartes)shs.u-paris.fr

The company is a university faculty offering a wide range of humanities and social sciences programs with strong research units and historical ties to Sorbonne

Université Paris Cité médecineu-paris.fr

A newly formed medical department within the University of Paris, offering various healthcare-related degrees and accommodating thousands of students and faculty members

Laboratoire de Météorologie Dynamique - IPSLlmd.ipsl.fr

A research laboratory specializing in climate, pollution, and planetary atmospheres through theoretical approaches, instrumental observations, and numerical modeling for weather and climate forecasting

Medicen Paris Regionmedicen.org

Cluster fostering health technology innovation, economic growth, and international competitiveness through partnerships among companies, academia, and clinical centers in Paris.

IHU ICANihuican.org

Center of excellence focusing on cardiometabolic diseases including diabetes, obesity, liver and cardiovascular conditions, accelerating scientific cooperation and innovation.

Institut Jacques Monod/CNRS & University Paris Diderotijm.fr

A leading research center in biology in Paris, focusing on genome dynamics, cellular signaling, development, quantitative biology, and molecular pathologies

Laboratoire de Physique de l'Ecole normale supérieure (LPENS)lpens.ens.psl.eu

Interdisciplinary physics laboratory conducting fundamental research in various fields, both theoretical and experimental, at the Ecole Normale Supérieure

Université Sorbonne Paris Citéuspc.fr

A prestigious academic and research consortium in Paris, with renowned universities, institutions, and organizations totaling over 113,000 students and 10,300 researchers

Matricematrice.io

An innovative center focused on technological and social innovation, providing training, incubation, research, and artistic residence to projects for a more just and sustainable world

IPSL-Institut Pierre-Simon Laplaceipsl.fr

The company is a research federation focused on climate studies, biogeochemical cycles, and planetary exploration, facilitating collaboration among multiple laboratories

L'Institut Agroinstitut-agro.fr

Provides higher education and research in food, agriculture, environment, and landscape, offering diverse training programs and supporting agricultural technical education.

ITAB - Institut Technique de l'Agriculture et de l'Alimentation Biologiquesitab.bio

Coordinates organic agriculture research and experimentation in France, identifying needs, gathering stakeholders, developing projects, and disseminating technical knowledge to professionals.

ACADEMIE NATIONALE DE MEDECINE DE FRANCEacademie-medecine.fr

Advises the Government on public health, conducts medical research, and promotes French medicine, operating as a non-profit public entity under presidential protection.

Acta les instituts techniques agricolesasso.fr

This company acts as a network leader, connecting and representing 18 technical agricultural institutes to accelerate innovation and improve competitiveness in the agricultural sector

CRSA PARIScrsa.fr

Conducts translational research in oncology-hematology and metabolism-inflammation, from cellular and molecular biology, preclinical experimentation, to clinical investigation at the patient's bedside.

ASTREDHOR - Institut des professionnels du végétalinstitut-du-vegetal.fr

Research and innovation programs improving technical, economic, and environmental performance of horticulture, floristry, and landscaping companies across regional and national levels.

I4CE - Institut de l'économie pour le climat / Institute for Climate Economicsi4ce.org

An expert association in economics and finance advancing action against climate change through research, policy insights, and support for financial institutions and businesses

OFDT - Observatoire français des drogues et des tendances addictivesofdt.fr

Established in 1993, this public interest group provides insights on drug usage trends in France, conducts research, and supports public policy evaluations on addiction

Laboratoire de Chimie de la Matière Condensée de Paris (Sorbonne Université, CNRS)lcmcp.science

Develops inorganic and hybrid functional materials through soft chemistry, evaluating their physicochemical properties for energy, health, and environmental applications.

Biodiversa+biodiversa.eu

Facilitating collaboration between researchers, funders, and policymakers to advance biodiversity research, monitoring, policy support, and global impact in Europe