Research and Technical Platforms

A research-intensive university, certified Initiative d’excellence (Idex), Université Paris Cité contributes to the scientific strengths of France and Europe. By combining outstanding expertise in health sciences, fundamental sciences, applied science, and social sciences, Université Paris Cité develops research internationally, ranking first among French universities in terms of citations per article.

Cutting-edge Research Platforms

Université Paris Cité provides the academic, scientific and industrial sectors with 211 research platforms and technical facilities, equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and led by professionals recognized for their knowledge and their efficiency.

Key Figures

Faculty of Health Platforms

Faculty of Sciences/Institut de physique du globe de Paris (IPGP) Platforms

Inter-faculties Platforms

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Platforms

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Learn French as a foreign language with ‘Décalages culturels’, the podcast from RFI and Université Paris Cité

Born out of a partnership between RFI and Université Paris Cité, and spearheaded by its Pedagogical Innovation Department, the podcast ‘Décalages culturels’ has been running since March as part of the programme ‘8 milliards de voisins’. Having explored the...

Graduate School Summer Schools: opportunities to learn, collaborate and broaden your horizons

Each year, the Graduate Schools of Université Paris Cité organize their summer schools, offering unique opportunities for learning, scientific exchange and collaboration. Students, PhD candidates and researchers come together to explore a wide range of topics,...

People with disabilities and staff members: meet through DuoDay 2026!

Université Paris Cité is taking part in the national DuoDay initiative on 19 November by creating pairs made up of a person with a disability and a volunteer staff member for a day of mutual discovery. A different perspective on disability The 9th national edition of...

Shanghai 2026: Université Paris Cité climbs to 57th place worldwide

For the first time, Université Paris Cité has reached 57th place worldwide in the Shanghai Ranking (ARWU), its highest position since its foundation. It also remains the fourth-ranked university in France. The latest Shanghai Ranking, or Academic Ranking of World...