Cnrs
Who We Are
CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique) stands as France's foremost public organization dedicated to scientific research, operating under the auspices of the French Ministry of Education and Research since its establishment in 1939. With a mission to advance knowledge and deliver social, cultural, and economic benefits, CNRS demonstrates its leadership through extensive research across various disciplines, reflecting its position as the largest fundamental research institution in Europe. The organization enhances research collaboration through interdisciplinary programs that engage specialists from numerous fields, addressing pressing social and economic needs. CNRS operates numerous laboratories throughout France, which are rigorously evaluated to maintain high standards of research excellence, and it benefits from a substantial annual budget, representing a significant portion of the country's public funding for civilian research, derived from diversified sources including government grants and industrial partnerships. Through its efforts, CNRS effectively implements innovative solutions to complex challenges, positioning itself as a credible and reliable leader in the scientific community.