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The “UE d’ouverture” initiated by the Graduate School Cardiovascular Sciences brings together, for one week, researchers, clinicians, and experts from diverse backgrounds to explore major challenges in biomedical and translational research. Open to all students from the Graduate Schools of Université Paris Cité, it offers a unique space for learning, dialogue, and interdisciplinary exchange.

Guiding themes of the week
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Methodology and scientific rigor: learning how to design and analyze research.
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Innovation and integrity: understanding technological and ethical challenges.
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Global health and the humanities: placing science within its social and environmental contexts.
Program
Monday, October 27 (online)
- 9:30-11:00 AM: ‘Research Methodology’ by Eric Vicaut
- 11:15-12:45 PM: ‘Morphogenesis of Branched Vascular Networks’ by Vincent Fleury
- 2:00-3:30 PM: ‘Evolution of Concepts’ or ‘Paradigm Shift’ by Antonino Nicoletti
Tuesday, October 28 (online)
- 9:30-11:00 AM: ‘History of Discoveries in Cardiology’ by Jean-Noël Fabiani
- 11:15 AM-12:45 PM: ‘Animal Experimentation – Role and Challenges for Translation’ by Pierre Launay
- 2:00-3:30 PM: ‘Epistemology of Chronicity’ by Céline Lefève
Wenesday, October 29 (online)
- 9:30–11:00 AM: ‘Trajectories of Drug Information’ by Solène Lellinger
- 11:15 AM–12:45 PM: ‘Scientific Communication and Popularization’ by Émilie Groyer
- 2:00–3:30 PM: ‘Research Valorization’ by Iman Hajar”
Thursday, October 30 (online)
- 9:30-11:00 AM: ‘Health Innovation: A Question of Integrity’ by Didier Letourneur
- 11:15 AM-12:45 PM: ‘Immersive Technologies’ by Patrick Nataf
- 2:00-3:30 PM: ‘Global Health’ by Jean-Philippe Empana
- 3:45-5:15 PM: ‘Sustainable Development and Environmental Health’ by Robert Barouki
Friday, October 31 (in-person at the Villemin campus, 10 Avenue de Verdun, Paris, Amphitheater 2 and rooms 1.1, 1.4, and 1.5)
- 9:30–11:00 AM: ‘Scientific Integrity – Lecture 1’ by Ph. Beaune, C. Forest, and J. Haiech
- 11:15 AM–12:45 PM: ‘Scientific Integrity – Lecture 2’ by Ph. Beaune, C. Forest, and J. Haiech
- 2:00–3:30 PM: ‘Practical Workshops’ (group preparation)
- 3:45–5:15 PM: ‘Workshops: Presentations & Discussion’
- 5:30–7:00 PM: ‘Anthropology of Illness’ by Maria Teixeira
- 7:15–9:00 PM: Closing Cocktail / Photos / Student Testimonials
For more information on the program and the speakers, please consult the welcome book by clicking here.
Registration Information
Registration is mandatory for students who wish to earn 3 ECTS credits for this UE. In this case, attendance is required (whether online or in-person on Friday), as the course is assessed continuously through a quiz at the end of each day.
However, registration is optional for students taking this elective in addition to the minimum required courses for their master’s program, who do not need to earn the credits. These students may simply attend the sessions via the Zoom link or in person without formal registration.
To register:
Please contact Sébastien Benoit at: sebastien.benoit@u-paris.fr, copying: masters.medecine@u-paris.fr
For any questions, please reach out to Giuseppina Caligiuri at:giuseppina.caligiuri@inserm.fr
Hybrid format : online from monday to thursday, in person on friday.
Zoom link here (same link for the entire week)
Language : french (subtitles might be available on zoom)
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