HEADLINES
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September 16, 2026Université Côte d’Azur unveils its 2030 Strategic Plan, an ambitious roadmap that places academic excellence, innovation, and societal impact at the heart of its development.
INSTITUTIONAL
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- Institutional
September 17, 2026On September 17, Université Côte d’Azur kicked off the 2026–2027 academic year with a formal opening ceremony at the Trotabas campus. For this second edition of the event, the University brought together its community and partners for a highlight of the day: the launch of the 2026–2030 strategic plan. -
- Culture
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September 16, 2026Come discover the fascinating history and rich culture of Université Côte d'Azur’s three campuses during European Heritage Days on September 19 and 20. Register now!
SCIENCE AND SOCIETY
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- Science and society
September 16, 2026From October 2 to 12, 2026, the Fête de la Science returns to the Alpes-Maritimes for its 35th edition, centered on the theme “Saveurs Savantes.” Coordinated in the department by the Science and Society Office at Université Côte d’Azur, this event invites the general public and schoolchildren to meet researchers, conduct experiments, and discover science in all its forms. -
- Science and society
- Research
September 16, 2026The Nice Science and Innovation Festival, organized by Université Côte d’Azur in partnership with the City of Nice, will hold its 8th edition on Friday, October 2, for schoolchildren, and on Saturday, October 3, and Sunday, October 4, 2026, for the general public. -
- Staff life
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September 16, 2026From September 1 to 21, the MéMotivés are organizing a connected, charitable, and inclusive race to mark World Alzheimer’s Day. With the participation of the CoBTeK laboratory at Université Côte d’Azur, everyone can walk or run at their own pace to support research and prevention efforts related to neurodegenerative diseases. -
- Science and society
September 16, 2026We separate fact from fiction and explain what the science says. Check out the latest episode of our series dedicated to debunking scientific fake news. -
- Research
- Science and society
September 16, 2026In Mali, community networks protect children placed in urban areas, but shortcomings in foster care and public systems increase their vulnerability.
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
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- Research
September 16, 2026A team from the Nice Institute of Chemistry (Université Côte d’Azur, CNRS) is among the winners of the international DREAM Olfactory Mixtures Prediction Challenge. Their work, published in PNAS in July 2026, paves the way for a better understanding and modeling of complex odors. -
- Innovation
- IDEX
September 16, 2026Supported by the Université Côte d’Azur’s IdEx Innovation Program, the deep tech startup ExAdEx-Innov has just been granted a patent in the United States—further recognition of its innovative technology for ex vivo human tissue models. -
- Partnerships
- Innovation
September 16, 2026Led by Université Côte d’Azur, the MED’INNOV University Innovation Hub (PUI) is strengthening its ties with the business community. On September 11, 2026, at the Pôle Alpha in Sophia Antipolis, MED’INNOV and Telecom Valley signed a partnership agreement to accelerate the transfer of innovation and the development of deep tech on the French Riviera. -
- Research
July 31, 2026A research team from the Nice Institute of Physics, in collaboration with the Kastler-Brossel Laboratory and the Laboratory of Theoretical Physics and Statistical Models, has uncovered a previously unknown phenomenon: a “quantum fish” capable of swimming upstream against a superfluid current. This discovery paves the way for a new form of propulsion in quantum fluids.
EDUCATION
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- Education
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September 17, 2026For the 2026–2027 academic year, Université Côte d’Azur is expanding its academic offerings with four new degree programs, designed to closely address societal challenges, the needs of businesses, and the unique characteristics of its region. -
- Education
- Student life
September 17, 2026Because academic success begins from the very start of a student’s university experience and continues throughout their academic journey, Université Côte d’Azur will roll out a new student success support ecosystem (ARE) at the start of the 2026 academic year, designed for its 13,200 undergraduate students, -
- Student life
- University life
September 16, 2026We often hear that student entrepreneurship is more of a buzzword than an economic reality. What if we actually took a look at the numbers? That is the whole point of the impact study conducted on the program
ALUMNI
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- Alumni
September 16, 2026Joining the Université Côte d’Azur alumni network is much more than just maintaining a connection with your university—it means gaining access to a dynamic community and services designed to support you at every stage of your journey. Discover the 7 great reasons to take advantage of your network’s services!
- 23 SepCollaborative Workshop on the Partnership Chair for Water in the Alpes-Maritimes Region
- Partnerships
- Knowledge transfer - Industry
- Engagement
Join us for a collaborative workshop focused on water conservation, organized as part of the “Water in the Alpes-Maritimes Region” Partnership Chair, led by Université Côte d’Azur, its Foundation, the Alpes-Maritimes Department, and all the intermunicipal associations. - 23 Sep25 SepENCATC 2026 Conference: Rethinking the Future of Cultural ProfessionsUniversité Côte d’Azur is hosting the 2026 ENCATC Congress, an international event dedicated to the issues shaping the cultural and creative sectors. Researchers, artists, professionals, and public policymakers will gather there to reflect together on the evolving nature of artistic work and the cultural ecosystems of the future.
- 28 SepConference: Toward Transcultural Digital Cognitive Rehabilitation
- Research
The CoBTeK Laboratory invites you to a conference organized as part of the European MI-RICORDO project: “Transcultural and Multidimensional Validation of a Digital Rehabilitation Intervention for the Cognitive Resources Domain.” - 29 SepMorning Café #2 - Energy Is Flowing
- Sustainable Development
From Smart Charging to Leveraging Electric Vehicle Fleets as an Energy Asset.Drawing on real-world examples and feedback, we will demonstrate how smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology can optimize charging, integrate electric vehicles into a site’s overall energy management, and turn them into a driver of economic and environmental performance. - 2 OctOpening of the Nice Science Festival: A Delicious and Immersive Experience
- Science and society
Embark on an immersive, gourmet experience that blends theater, music, fine dining, and scientific discoveries. A banquet unlike any other, where every scene and every flavor sparks your curiosity.