• Education
    • Institutional
    The University prepares for the new academic year
    With the start of the 2025 academic year just around the corner, Université Côte d'Azur is mobilizing its teams to provide enhanced support for new students and ensure their successful integration into its courses. From administrative welcome to campus discovery, the establishment is putting in place a series of structuring and innovative measures, reflecting its commitment to student success.
    • Education
    Innovative teaching methods to welcome first-year students more effectively
    At a time when the success of undergraduates is a key issue for higher education, Université Côte d'Azur is innovating with the Student Passport, an innovative system designed to welcome, understand and support new students from the moment they arrive at university.
    • Science and society
    • Innovation
    A fun, interactive walk to discover scientific breakthroughs
    Take part in an augmented reality walk to "make the invisible visible". Located between the Jardin de la Bourgade and the miroir d'eau, this unique tour highlights the work of local researchers.
    • Institutional
    • Partnerships
    A partnership to raise student awareness of national defense issues
    On Friday, July 11, 2025, Université Côte d'Azur and the Délégation Militaire Départementale (DMD) des Alpes-Maritimes signed a partnership agreement on the Valrose campus in Nice, with the aim of developing synergies between academia and the Ministry of the Armed Forces.
    • Research
    • Health
    • Science and society
    Video Fast And Curious #4: Inflammatory chronicles
    Don't miss the new Fast and Curious video with Marcel Deckert and Philippe Gual, researchers at the Centre Méditerranéen de Médecine Moléculaire (Université Côte d'Azur, Inserm).
    • Science and society
    • Research
    Andrea Chiavassa, stellar winds and the star cycle
    Discover the portrait of Andréa CHIAVASSA, astrophysicist CNRS, member of the Lagrange Laboratory (Université Côte d'Azur, OCA, CNRS, LAGRANGE).
    • Institutional
    Closing of international political science symposium with François Hollande's lecture
    The former French President was the guest of honor at the Université Côte d'Azur for a unique conference on the exercise of presidential power, closing an international symposium dedicated to this theme. Watch the exclusive video interview with François Hollande on the occasion of this conference and his message to the entire university community.
    • Science and society
    • Research
    1st edition of the Participatory Science and Research Summer School
    The Sciences et Recherches Participatives (SRP) Summer School was held on July 3 and 4, 2025 at the Valrose Campus in Nice, to share the diversity of practices and encourage exchanges between disciplines.
    • Partnerships
    • Research
    Launch of the Aromas, Fragrances and Cosmetics Heritage Chair in the Grasse region
    Thursday, July 03, 2025 saw the launch of the partnership chair, Patrimoine Arômes, Parfums et Cosmétiques en Pays de Grasse, at the Musée International de la Parfumerie.
    • International
    • Research
    Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings 2025 : Anna Lesiak among the Nobel laureates!
    As a postdoctoral fellow at the Institut de Chimie de Nice, Anna Lesiak took part in one of the world's most prestigious scientific gatherings: the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings 2025. For almost a week on the shores of Lake Constance, Anna was able to exchange ideas with Nobel Prize winners. She shares with us her experience, marked by conferences, exceptional encounters and unforgettable moments.
    • IDEX
    • International
    Université Côte d'Azur at the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) "Europe-Africa Scientific Diplomacy" conference
    On July 8, 2025, a ground-breaking conference was held in Brussels, entitled "Europe-Africa scientific diplomacy: what contribution can the world's leading university network make?
    • IDEX
    • Sustainable Development
    • International
    A look back at the 11th International Workshop on UI GreenMetric
    From June 17 to 20, 2025, Université Côte d'Azur hosted the 11ᵉ edition of the International Workshop on UI GreenMetric (IWGM), organized in partnership with Universitas Indonesia.
    • Education
    • Student life
    Academic year 2025 / 2026
    Are you joining Université Côte d'Azur in September? To help you make the transition to higher education as smoothly as possible, we've put together a list of useful resources to help you prepare for the start of the new academic year: administrative procedures, digital tools, pre-entry dates, webinars and the complete "Student Passport" guide.
    • Science and society
    • Research
    Giorgio KRSTULOVIC, in superfluids and quantum vortices!
    Meet Giorgio KRSTULOVIC, CNRS researcher, member of the LAGRANGE Laboratory (Université Côte d'Azur, OCA, CNRS)
    • Science and society
    • Research
    Marco DELBO, the birth of planets: the planetesimals
    Meet Marco DELBO, researcher, member of the LAGRANGE Laboratory (Université Côte d'Azur, OCA, CNRS).
    • Science and society
    • Research
    • Sustainable Development
    The quarter-hour city: a model for transforming suburban areas and our habits
    Imagine being able to do everything in less than fifteen minutes from home: go to school, work, do your shopping or relax in a park. It's the "quarter-hour city".
    • Institutional
    • International
    Université Côte d'Azur moves up in QS World University Rankings 2026
    The 2026 edition of the QS World University Rankings, published on June 19, 2025 by the British company Quacquarelli Symonds, confirms the progression of Université Côte d'Azur on the international scene. Once again this year, 35 French universities feature in the world rankings, 13 of which have improved - among them, Université Côte d'Azur has strengthened its position in several strategic indicators.
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    Les Entrepreneuriales: the University in the spotlight in Optimiste magazine "Collector 10 ans".
    On the occasion of the 24th edition of the "Les Entrepreneuriales" trade show organized by UPE06, Optimiste Business magazine is devoting a double-page spread in its "Collector 10 years" edition to Université Côte d'Azur, a major player in higher education, research and innovation in the region for 60 years.
    • Institutional
    • Sustainable Development
    Framework agreement signed between Université Côte d'Azur and Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica
    This agreement, signed during the UNOC3 diplomatic discussions, strengthens cooperation between the two universities in terms of student and researcher mobility, and announces the launch of several research programs.
    • Sustainable Development
    • Engagement
    Call for Signature of the Manifesto of the UNOC3 Scientific Congress
    This Manifesto is addressed to all the scientific players present at the "Ocean Rise" congress, and to all those who wish to support the approach.
  • International Digital Week 2025: over 250 participants from 35 countries gather at Université Côte d'Azur
    The Department of International Development and Europe (DDIE) organized International Digital Week, an unmissable event dedicated to the exchange of knowledge and collaboration around digital transformation and technological innovation. The program included conferences, workshops and networking events bringing together experts, academic and administrative staff from a wide range of partner universities.
    • Education
    The 1st Class of the "Secrétaire Général de Mairie" course graduates
    On Thursday June 19, 2025, the Fabron campus hosted the first graduation ceremony for the "Secrétaire Général de Mairie" course offered by IUT Nice Côte d'Azur.
    • Sustainable Development
    • Science and society
    Science, diplomacy and commitment to the ocean
    The 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) was held in Nice from June 9 to 13, 2025. It was preceded by three official events between June 3 and 8. Université Côte d'Azur was present in diplomatic forums, during scientific exchanges, with civil society and on its campuses, providing a strong scientific voice to shape the future of the ocean.
    • Research
    • Science and society
    • Sustainable Development
    GeoAzur: deep ocean exploration and challenges
    Did you know? The deep ocean, between 200 and 11,000 meters below the surface, remains one of the most mysterious environments on our planet. This silent, dark world alone accounts for 97% of ocean volume. Yet it plays a crucial role in climate regulation, storing heat and CO₂.
    • Sustainable Development
    • Science and society
    • Research
    Nematostella: the sea anemone that defies aging
    What if Nematostella one day pushed back the limits of human aging?
    • Sustainable Development
    ONE HEALTH: a success for Franco-Monegasque-Italian cooperation on the Blue Economy
    On June 5 and 6, the Institut Méditerranéen du Risque, de l'Environnement et du Développement Durable (IMREDD) hosted "ONE HEALTH: Well-Being and Sustainability in the Blue Economy", a major international event in the context of the United Nations Conference on the Oceans 2025 (UNOC 2025).
    • Sustainable Development
    • Research
    • IDEX
    Innov&Sea: how to assess the toxicity of products discharged into the marine environment?
    Innov&Sea provides a technological solution for companies wishing to estimate the impact of their activities on marine ecosystems.
    • Research
    • Sustainable Development
    Navigating underwater with underwater drones
    On land, measuring your speed and position is easy! In the car, all you need is an odometer. On a bike, you can calculate your speed using your wheel. But underwater, it's a different story: no GPS, expensive sensors, vision limited to a few meters in the water...
    • Education
    • Sustainable Development
    • Alumni
    MARRES graduates: three paths, one common mission
    Discover the stories of Camille Boucaud, Florina Jacob and Lionel Pourchier, three alumni of the MARRES program, each illustrating in a unique way how science, community involvement and innovation can contribute to marine conservation.
    • Research
    • Sustainable Development
    Dive into the past of Mediterranean marine ecosystems
    Immerse yourself in the past of the Mediterranean seas through a unique exhibition and discover how marine ecosystems have evolved over time. Visit the Terra Amata Museum of Prehistory until September 29, 2025, for the "Prehistory at the Beach" exhibition!
    • Sustainable Development
    • International
    A world summit to strengthen adaptation in coastal cities and regions
    On June 7, Université Côte d'Azur took part in the World Summit of the Coalition of Coastal Cities and Regions, held in Nice in conjunction with UNOC3. Over 1,200 participants, including 200 representatives of coastal cities and regions from around the world, gathered to affirm a common desire: to strengthen the adaptation of coastal territories to rising sea levels and the effects of climate change.
    • Science and society
    • Research
    • Sustainable Development
    Ecoseas: marine protected areas
    A marine protected area (MPA) is a maritime zone where certain activities are restricted or prohibited to protect biodiversity. It's like a nature reserve, but at sea.
    • Research
    • Science and society
    • Sustainable Development
    Lithium: an unexpected link between marine and human health
    Our oceans are subject to numerous environmental pressures, mainly due to human activities that have an impact on marine ecosystems. Among the emerging pollutants: lithium.
    • Institutional
    • International
    • Research
    International Forum of Marine Universities
    The first International Forum of Marine Universities was held on June 7, 2025 in Nice, as a prelude to UNOC 3. Organized as a follow-up to the One Ocean Science Congress and dedicated to cutting-edge ocean research, the event brought together marine universities from every continent.
    • Partnerships
    • International
    • Innovation
    [UNOC] Meeting between Université Côte d'Azur and Canadian delegation Oceantech
    On June 10, 2025, Université Côte d'Azur had the pleasure of welcoming a high-level Canadian delegation to the UNOC (United Nations Ocean Conference), for a morning of exchanges focused on innovation and international cooperation in the sustainable use of the oceans.
    • Sustainable Development
    • Education
    Training tomorrow's lawyers for sustainable ocean governance
    Protecting the oceans and regulating their use are key international concerns. Université Côte d'Azur's Master 2 in Law of the Sea and Maritime Activities prepares future experts in maritime law, at the crossroads of legal, environmental and economic issues.
    • Research
    From thesis research to the international stage
    On Tuesday June 3, Kilian Bürgi had the fantastic opportunity to present his doctoral research project CleverFish or AI in the service of marine conservation at UNOC3.
    • IDEX
    • Innovation
    [UNOC] Round table "The University: a key player in innovation and entrepreneurship".
    On June 3, 2025, as part of the UNOC (United Nations Ocean Conference), the IdEx Innovation Program of Université Côte d'Azur took part in a round table organized by Pépite PACA-Est, at the Pavillon Région Sud / Métropole Nice Côte d'Azur in the La Baleine public area.
    • Sustainable Development
    • Engagement
    • International
    UNOC3: mobilizing for scientific diplomacy for the oceans
    From June 2 to 13, 2025, the city of Nice will host the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), co-organized by France and Costa Rica. On this occasion, Université Côte d'Azur's commitment is illustrated on many levels, first and foremost through its academic and student community.
    • Education
    • Sustainable Development
    MSc MARRES: an international program to train tomorrow's ocean experts
    At a time when the whole world is meeting at UNOC 2025 (June 09-13, 2025) to rethink the future of the ocean, the MSc MARRES is already shaking things up by training professionals capable of taking concrete action for the ocean of tomorrow.
    • Research
    • Education
    • International
    Let's designate May 13th as European Doctoral Day together!
    In a Europe that upholds science and research as core values, designating May 13th as European Doctoral Day would affirm the importance of doctoral education, doctoral candidates and PhD holders for Europe as a whole.
    • Alumni
    60 years of the University - You were part of it, tell us about it!
    Has the University made an impression on you? Mark its history! To mark the University's 60th anniversary, we'd like to highlight the voices of those who have written its history, day after day, class after class.
    • International
    The Ulysseus European Alliance: a European dynamic at the heart of Université Côte d'Azur activities
    To mark Europe Day, Université Côte d'Azur is highlighting its European commitment through its active participation in the Ulysseus Alliance, of which it has been a founding member since 2020. This strategic partnership illustrates the growing international dimension of the University, which is fully contributing to building the inclusive, sustainable and innovative European university of the future.
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    • Alumni
    • Engagement
    Invest in tomorrow's talent: donate your taxe d'apprentissage to Université Côte d'Azur
    Supporting Université Côte d'Azur is much more than a tax commitment. It's a concrete way to train your future employees, strengthen educational innovation and contribute to the development of your region.
    • Research
    • Science and society
    New issue of INTERVALLE magazine on the theme of the ocean
    This second issue explores the theme of the ocean through research carried out at our university. You'll find articles on climate, marine biodiversity, underwater robots, culture and territory.
    • Education
    • Institutional
    Université Côte d'Azur creates its Pharmacy Department
    The creation of France's 25th Faculty of Pharmacy, scheduled to open at the start of the 2025 academic year, marks a turning point in the structuring of the Côte d'Azur's healthcare training offering. The decree establishing the pharmacy department was published in the Bulletin officiel on May 1, 2025.
    • IDEX
    • International
    • Research
    Université Côte d'Azur and Université Laval strengthen their partnership: setting course for new ambitions
    Université Côte d'Azur and Université Laval (ULaval) strengthened their privileged partnership at their institutional meeting in Quebec City on April 24 and 25.
    • Education
    • Institutional
    • Innovation
    Launch of an academic chair in prevention and access to care
    The partnership with SKEMA Business School has been strengthened with the launch of an academic chair dedicated to access to healthcare and prevention. Approved by the French Initiative d'Excellence (IdEx), this chair aims to analyze the determinants of health and combat health inequalities in France, by providing concrete, sustainable solutions through a union-based approach.
    • Alumni
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    Alumni & Partners Afterwork in pictures
    On Thursday April 24, we had the pleasure of organizing a special Networking Afterwork at the Gare du Sud - Méditerranéo in Nice. Discover the pictures of this evening!
    • International
    • IDEX
    Université Côte d'Azur in Ottawa for the annual U7+ Alliance Presidential Summit
    On April 22 and 23, 2025, the University of Ottawa hosted the annual Presidential Summit of the U7+ Alliance. A high point marked by the exceptional mobilization of 36 presidents of member universities to reflect together on the major global challenges facing universities and society.
    • Innovation
    • Research
    • Sustainable Development
    Ma Madeleine, the very first clinically validated olfactory rehabilitation kit
    Université Côte d'Azur, in partnership with Givaudan, Onepoint and CHU de Nice, has developed an application and kit to improve olfactory rehabilitation for people whose sense of smell has been affected by Covid-19 in particular. Unique in this field, the performance of this new solution has been validated by a clinical study.
    • Research
    • Innovation
    • Health
    Ulysseus Innovation Hub on Aging and Wellness becomes WHO Collaborating Center
    Université Côte d'Azur takes a major new step in its commitment to public health: the Ulysseus Innovation Hub on Ageing and Well-being has been officially designated as a Collaborating Centre of the World Health Organization (WHO).
    • Student life
    Take part in WEBINARS this summer to find your future apartment!
    Is the start of the new school year just around the corner, and are you looking for a new home? Studapart is back this summer to help you in your search for September 2025.
    • Sustainable Development
    • Partnerships
    ONE HEALTH in Nice: Well-Being and Sustainability in the Blue Economy
    On 5 and 6 June 2025, IMREDD - Université Côte d'Azur will be hosting the ‘ONE HEALTH: Well-Being and Sustainability in the Blue Economy’ event in Nice, organised as a B2B satellite event of the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 2025).
    • Education
    • Institutional
    • International
    Audiovisual creation: renewed partnership between Université Côte d'Azur, Banijay and the City of Cannes
    On April 11, 2025, the three partners renewed their joint commitment to international students on the "TV Content Creation and Innovation" University Diploma. Since 2023, this course of excellence, unique in France, has been training students in the creation of new and original television formats at the Georges Méliès University Campus in Cannes.
    • Institutional
    • International
    • Research
    Welcoming and supporting American scientists
    Université Côte d'Azur, a research-intensive university open to the world and committed to academic freedom and solidarity, is mobilizing to offer American researchers the conditions they need to pursue their scientific work.
    • Research
    • Science and society
    Photo exhibition: Discover Science in Nice
    Take a journey through science: explore the invisibility of particles, the mysteries of astrophysics, advances in biology and chemistry, the inner workings of creativity, the invisible phenomena of earthquakes and much more!
    • Research
    • Science and society
    The Conversation: Do all David Cronenberg's films tell the same story?
    David Cronenberg returns to cinemas on April 30, 2025 with "Les Linceuls", starring Diane Kruger and Vincent Cassel. A new film that raises the question of the recurring narrative pattern in the director's work.
    • Sustainable Development
    M'AIRIDIA project: student projects and awards ceremony
    On March 31, 2025, IMREDD hosted a presentation of the work carried out by students from Université Côte d'Azur and Centrale Méditerranée as part of the M'AIRIDIA project, supported by CCI Nice Côte d'Azur.
    • Libraries
    • Education
    • Innovation
    Starthèse: your thesis at the heart of Innovation!
    The second edition of the Pôle Universitaire d'Innovation MED'INNOV's Starthèse competition has been launched! Its aim: to encourage doctoral students and young researchers to take up entrepreneurial vocations. Registration is now open!
    • Research
    • Science and society
    PROFILE - Michela Chessa, teacher-researcher at GREDEG
    As part of World Creativity and Innovation Day, on April 21, 2025, discover the portrait of Michela Chessa, teacher-researcher at the Université Côte d'Azur and member of GREDEG. Her research focuses on the impact of human behavior on green innovation, particularly in the creation of innovative, environmentally-friendly products.
    • Education
    • Institutional
    • Research
    MT180: discover the 2025 ranking
    The 12th edition of the Côte d'Azur final of the "Ma thèse en 180 secondes" competition, organized by Université Côte d'Azur, took place on Thursday April 3 at the Théâtre des Franciscains in Nice. 16 doctoral students took part in the 2025 session. Discover the winners of this year's competition.
    • Education
    • Innovation
    • Partnerships
    Launch of the 3IA Côte d'Azur AI-Cluster: A New Era for Artificial Intelligence
    The 27th of March, 2025 marked a key milestone for innovation in artificial intelligence in France with the official launch of the 3IA Côte d'Azur 2030 project, now certified as an AI-cluster.
    • Science and society
    • Innovation
    • Student life
    Hackathon Science Azur: Create, Innovate, Experiment
    Would you like to take up a creative and scientific challenge? Take part in a Scientific Mediation Creation Day on April 25 on the Valrose campus in Nice, and contribute to the creation of scientific mediation tools!
    • Science and society
    • Innovation
    • Student life
    Hackathon Science Azur: Create, Innovate, Experiment
    Would you like to take up a creative and scientific challenge? Take part in a Scientific Mediation Creation Day on April 25 on the Valrose campus in Nice, and contribute to the creation of scientific mediation tools!
    • Research
    • Innovation
    • Science and society
    PSYKONOS: a blood test to detect bipolar disorder
    What if a blood test could diagnose mental illness? While the diagnosis of mental illness is difficult today, the start-up PSYKONOS, founded following a discovery by Professors Nicolas Glaichenhaus and Raoul Belzeaux, intends to market a blood test to diagnose bipolarity.
    • Sustainable Development
    • Institutional
    • University life
    Université Côte d'Azur implements its first "Sustainable Development and CSR" master plan
    Built around 5 major themes, the new "Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility" (SD and CSR) master plan reinforces Université Côte d'Azur's commitment to environmental and societal transition.
    • Research
    World first at Calern: MéO laser station locates Blue Ghost lander on the Moon in record time
    A historic milestone has just been reached in Earth-Moon laser telemetry. 27 hours after the Blue Ghost mission landed on the Moon, a Geoazur team has succeeded in measuring the distance separating the Earth from the new NGLR-1 reflector, freshly deposited on a natural satellite, with remarkable accuracy. This technological feat opens up new perspectives for fundamental physics and the study of the Moon.
    • Education
    • Institutional
    • Research
    First doctoral graduation ceremony
    For the first time and to mark its 60th anniversary, Université Côte d'Azur brought together its doctorate graduates at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes for a graduation ceremony on March 21, 2025. The ceremony was an opportunity to pay tribute to their work and their contribution to the scientific research of today and tomorrow.
    • Innovation
    • Research
    • IDEX
    Launch of the Ulysseus Start-ups Health - Ageing & Well-being program
    On Thursday March 13, the Institut Méditerranéen du Risque, de l'Environnement et du Développement Durable (IMREDD) hosted the launch of the Ulysseus Start-ups Health - Ageing & Well-being program.
    • Research
    RNA localization in neurons: a key mechanism for long-term memory
    To form lasting memories, the brain adjusts its neuronal connections by transporting RNAs to synapses, where they are translated into proteins. A study published in Nature in March 2025 by Florence Besse's team at the Valrose Biology Institute on Drosophila identifies the RNAs localized along axons, essential for memory consolidation, and describes their guidance mechanism, with implications for neurodegenerative diseases.
    • Research
    • Science and society
    The Conversation: Has teleworking become the scapegoat for companies in difficulty?
    Has telecommuting been a parenthesis? Enchanting for employees, but hellish for companies? This difference in perception could well lead to a major divorce. Before revisiting telecommuting policies, managers should think twice. At the risk of adding social crisis to economic difficulties.
    • Innovation
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    Créathon 48h Chrono: two nuggets rewarded!
    For its third edition, the 48h Chrono Créathon to boost an impact project brought together more than 130 participants - project owners, team members, mentors, experts, jury, partners - throughout the weekend!
    • Research
    • Innovation
    Using the sense of smell to combat insect pests: two projects funded by the Institut de Chimie de Nice
    The Institut de Chimie de Nice, has been awarded two grants to develop new inverse chemical ecology methods for projects linked to insect olfaction.
    • Student life
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    • Award
    Challenge Jeunes Pousses: apprenticeship in the spotlight!
    The 2024-2025 edition of the Challenge Jeunes Pousses came to a close on March 11. Once again this year, the Côte d'Azur student entrepreneurship competition offered participants the opportunity to challenge themselves and develop their business alongside mentors, start-ups and local sponsors.
    • Culture
    • Student life
    • Staff life
    Dive into the world of "Mars at the Museums"!
    From March 08 to 30, 2025, come and (re)discover Nice's museums through a quirky, innovative and daring program, thanks to this cultural festival organized by Université Côte d'Azur students and the City of Nice!
    • Institutional
    • Research
    Université Côte d'Azur: a strong commitment to science
    In the face of threats to science, Université Côte d'Azur is actively committed to defending scientific research, promoting scientific diplomacy and strengthening international cooperation. Discover four major actions that illustrate this commitment.
    • Institutional
    • Engagement
    Université Côte d'Azur commits to the fight against violence against women
    On March 6, 2025, Université Côte d'Azur signed the 2024 - 2027 departmental plan to combat violence against women. In particular, it is a partner in two actions linked to the training of local players on the issue of violence.
    • Science and society
    • Research
    • Institutional
    Exhibition "Women who change the world" 2025
    Discover the 3rd edition of the exhibition "Ces femmes qui font bouger les lignes" organized by Université Côte d'Azur in partnership with the towns of Nice, La Colle-sur-Loup and Antibes.
    • Science and society
    • Research
    27th Brain Week: March 06 to 16, 2025
    Conferences, debates, workshops - don't miss this annual brain event, which gives you the chance to meet those involved in research and learn more about the brain!
    • Institutional
    • International
    Stand-up for science - call for proposals
    See you on March 7 at 1pm in the Valrose campus park.
    • IDEX
    • International
    • Sustainable Development
    Université Côte d'Azur at the University Climate Engagement Workshop at Cambridge University
    Université Côte d'Azur was honored to be invited to the University Climate Engagement Workshop at Cambridge University to share its expertise on academic engagement with climate challenges and sustainable environmental transitions.
    • Education
    • Innovation
    • Research
    Webinar AI and neuroscience: Brains more than machines
    VOILA! season 3: an AI and neuroscience webinar hosted by Prof. Romain Brette (Institute of Intelligent Systems and Robotics, Paris)
    • International
    • Sustainable Development
    • Partnerships
    Université Côte d'Azur and the University of Utah: research program on the theme of the Olympic Games and international hackathon on water resources
    With a view to hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in the French Alps in 2030 and in Salt Lake City (Utah) in 2034, Université Côte d'Azur, through its Initiative d'Excellence, and the University of Utah have set up a mirror research program.
    • Education
    Orientation: discover the Master Live replays!
    You're still looking for your Master, or you'd like to consolidate your choice but missed the live Masters? Don't panic, replays are available!
    • Research
    Biology: When the position of the nucleus shapes tissue structure
    The cells of a developing embryo undergo numerous transformations to give rise to the organs of the future organism. But how do they manage to coordinate several changes of form at the same time?
    • Education
    • University life
    BESIGN School retains 1st place in Speak & Act 2025 ranking
    For the third year running, BESIGN School, a design school and member of Université Côte d'Azur, is ranked No. 1 by students in the fields of art, graphics and architecture.
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    • Innovation
    • Student life
    Créathon - 48 hours to boost a project with local impact
    Students, PhD students, researchers and university staff: if you'd like to give your project a boost, or get involved in a project that has a positive impact on our region, Initiative Nice Côte d'Azur, Université Côte d'Azur, Pépite Paca-Est and Play Azur are delighted to be co-organizing the Créathon "48H chrono pour booster un projet à impact sur le territoire".
    • Research
    • Science and society
    Guess which researcher owns this object?
    A researcher has chosen an object to illustrate his research topic: a model of the human brain. What link can there be between this brain and stress-related disorders such as anxiety, and addictions such as those to drugs and alcohol?
    • Education
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    UniCA Online: a new continuing education platform for professionals
    Université Côte d'Azur launches UniCA Online, an online training platform dedicated to professionals. This new 100% distance-learning continuing education offering provides access to cutting-edge teaching delivered by experts from university research.
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    • Innovation
    • Research
    3IA Côte d’Azur at WAICF 2025
    Last week, 3IA Côte d’Azur researchers and staff had the pleasure to welcome both professional and amateur audiences, at its stand alongside its partners Centrale Méditerranée, CNRS Côte d'Azur, École de l'air et de l'espace, EURECOM, Centre Inria d’Université Côte d’Azur, Inserm, SKEMA Business School, and the 3IAs awarded the IA-cluster label ANITI Toulouse, MIAI Cluster IA, PR[AI]RIE-PSAI.
    • Knowledge transfer - Industry
    • Culture
    • Innovation
    FICCTION: A springboard for companies in the cultural and creative industries
    The FICCTION project, winner of the "Culture" award from France 2030, is a strategic lever for companies in the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI). By strengthening the match between training and market needs, it offers economic players an innovative framework for developing their skills and boosting their competitiveness.
    • Institutional
    • Research
    3 highlights dedicated to women researchers
    To mark International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11 and International Women's Rights Day on March 8, Université Côte d'Azur is dedicating 3 special events to its inspiring women researchers.
    • Research
    • Science and society
    Word of the month: Jumping Genes
    Work on jumping genes opens up new perspectives on evolution and human genetics, with potential applications in cancer diagnosis and treatment.
    • Research
    • Innovation
    Université Côte d'Azur, awarded the Atelier de la Donnée label
    On January 13, 2025, DATAZUR, the Université Côte d'Azur's data workshop, was awarded the "Atelier de la Donnée" label. This label is a token of the Ministry's recognition of the quality of DATAZUR's services.
    • Research
    • Innovation
    • Institutional
    Minister Clara Chappaz Visit: a constructive meeting on artificial intelligence and digital technology
    On Monday February 03, Clara Chappaz, Minister for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies, accepted an invitation from Jeanick Brisswalter, President of Université Côte d'Azur, to discuss the opportunities and experiences developed in the Côte d'Azur region.
    • Research
    • Science and society
    • Innovation
    Launch of the "Science Avec et Pour la Société" Science Azur project
    On January 31, 2025, the kick-off of the Science Azur project took place in the Grand Château theater on the Valrose campus. This official launch brought together the project's co-sponsors and partners, bringing together a wide network of players to promote dialogue between science and society.
    • Research
    Asteroid Bennu: traces of salt water and organic molecules
    An international team from the Lagrange, CRHEA and LGL-TPE laboratories of Université Côte d'Azur, Université Jean Monnet and CNRS has carried out the first detailed mineralogical analyses of Bennu samples brought back by NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission.
    • Institutional
    • University life
    2025: Université Côte d'Azur celebrates its 60th anniversary
    For 60 years, we've been working towards academic excellence and the development of our region. Discover the double-page spread in Nice Matin dedicated to the University's 60th anniversary.
    • Research
    • Science and society
    INTERVAL podcast: asteroid deflection, with Patrick Michel
    Are there asteroids orbiting the Earth that pose a danger to us? How can we prepare for a possible collision with the Earth? Can an asteroid be diverted from its trajectory? Why study asteroids?
    • Institutional
    Université Côte d'Azur becomes a Grand Établissement
    Université Côte d'Azur has decided to move away from its experimental status and become a Grand Établissement. This change of status validates the modern and innovative transformation undertaken by Université Côte d'Azur since 2020.
    • Employment
    • IDEX
    • International
    Call for applications “Doctoral expertise mission to support European projects in Research Units”
    Do you want to become a "doctoral student expert” in European research project-writing?Submit your application to the call for expressions of interest to “Doctoral expertise mission to support European projects in Research Units"!
    • Science and society
    • IDEX
    • Research
    International Symposium on Thermodynamics of Metal Complexes
    ​​​​​​​It is our great pleasure to invite you to attend the upcoming International Symposium on Thermodynamics of Metal Complexes (ISMEC 2024), that will be held in Nice, France, from June 10th to 13th, 2024.
    • IDEX
    • Innovation
    PEARCODE, the start-up that stores your digital data forever
    The CNRS Medal for Innovation in 2023, the Prize of Excellence 2022 awarded by Université Côte d'Azur and the iPhD prize in 2021, these are just a few of the many awards Marc Antonini has won for his research that has led to major technological innovations, notably in the field of data storage on synthetic DNA. Find out more about this disruptive innovation, which recently led to start up of the PEARCODE company.
    • Research
    28th French-Japanese Symposium on Medicinal & Fine Chemistry
    It is intended to present recent results and new ideas in the field of synthetic and medicinal chemistry, both at the academic and industrial levels. The FJS allows confronting the scientific and cultural approaches of both countries in addressing the complex and multiple issues and problems of modern chemistry in interaction with other research areas.
    • Employment
    • IDEX
    • International
    Call for expressions of interest - Support for MSCA Post-doctoral Fellowship Grants
    The Ulysseus European University will support you throughout the application process for the MSCA Fost-doctoral Grant !
    • Institutional
    ISART Digital becomes an associate of Université Côte d'Azur
    At its meeting on Thursday July 17, 2025, the Board of Directors of Université Côte d'Azur approved the signature of a framework association agreement with ISART Digital, a leading school in the fields of video games, 3D animation and sound design. This agreement marks ISART Digital's entry into the Université Côte d'Azur community of associate institutions.