Université Côte d'Azur Newsletter

Headlines

    • Sustainable Development
    • Science and society
    Science, diplomacy and commitment to the ocean
    June 23, 2025
    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.

Institutional

    • Institutional
    • International
    • Research
    International Forum of Marine Universities
    June 23, 2025
    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.
    • Sustainable Development
    • International
    A world summit to strengthen adaptation in coastal cities and regions
    June 24, 2025
    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.
    • Partnerships
    • International
    • Innovation
    • IDEX
    • Sustainable Development
    [UNOC] Meeting between Université Côte d'Azur and Canadian delegation Oceantech
    June 19, 2025
    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.
    • Institutional
    • Sustainable Development
    Framework agreement signed between Université Côte d'Azur and Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica
    June 24, 2025
    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
    June 24, 2025
    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.

Research

Innovation

    • Research
    • Science and society
    • Sustainable Development
    Lithium: an unexpected link between marine and human health
    June 19, 2025
    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.
    • Science and society
    • Research
    • Sustainable Development
    Ecoseas: marine protected areas
    June 19, 2025
    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
    GeoAzur: deep ocean exploration and challenges
    June 19, 2025
    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
    June 19, 2025
    What if Nematostella one day pushed back the limits of human aging?
    • Research
    From thesis research to the international stage
    June 19, 2025
    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.
    • Research
    • Sustainable Development
    Dive into the past of Mediterranean marine ecosystems
    June 23, 2025
    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!

Education

    • Education
    • Sustainable Development
    MSc MARRES: an international program to train tomorrow's ocean experts
    June 19, 2025
    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.
    • Education
    • Sustainable Development
    • Alumni
    MARRES graduates: three paths, one common mission
    June 23, 2025
    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.
    • Sustainable Development
    • Education
    Training tomorrow's lawyers for sustainable ocean governance
    June 19, 2025
    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.

Events

  • 25 Jun
    Advanced technologies and marine robotics: what prospects for tomorrow?
    • International
    Online
    Organized by the Ulysseus Innovation Hub in Robotics at the University of Genoa, the webinar 'Intelligent Maritime Robotics: advanced systems for the future of underwater exploration' will be held on June 25, 2025 from 2 to 4 pm. This event will highlight the latest advances in research and innovation in maritime robotics, bringing together experts from the Ulysseus European University Alliance.
  • 6 Jul
    31 Jul
    Summer school "5 Oceans, 5 Colonies: Sculpting Future Living Architecture On and Below Water"
    • Education
    • International
    • Sustainable Development
    This summer, immerse yourself in the design of speculative ocean colonies, exploring artificial intelligence-assisted design tools and systemic biomimicry processes.
  • 16 Jul
    Meeting: UNOC3 in Nice, and after? Crossroads for the Ocean
    • Sustainable Development
    • Institutional
    As the 3rd United Nations Conference on the Oceans draws to a close, Université Côte d'Azur, the City of Nice and the Nice Côte d'Azur Metropolis invite you to join us for a moment of closure and sharing to look back on the highlights and spin-offs of this event for the region.