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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U7+ Summit 2026: Universities Help Shape the G7 Agenda

Seven years after its launch at the Biarritz G7 Summit, the U7+ Alliance returned to Paris on 14 and 15 April for a presidential summit focused on the social responsibility of universities. Co-hosted by Université Paris Cité, École Polytechnique and Sciences Po, this...

Earth Day: Putting Science at the Heart of Planetary Balance

22 April marks Earth Day: for this occasion Université Paris Cité is taking action to highlight the importance of better understanding and protecting our planet. Between scientific breakthroughs and open conferences, this day is the opportunity to share thoughts and...

Understanding Psychiatric Disorders: Wafa Ghoul’s Research Journey Between Paris and Toronto

At the Paris Institute of Psychiatry and Neuroscience (IPNP), where researchers work collaboratively to better understand how the brain functions, Wafa Ghoul is one of a new generation of scientists seeking to shed light on the origins of psychiatric disorders through...