Shared science

AR 2019 - For an open and shared science

In 2019, actions aimed at involving the general public primarily focused on achieving SDGs with exhibitions, events, conferences and debates, workshops, film screenings and actions specifically targeted at young people and teacher training, in mainland and Overseas France and our partner countries.

Public events

Lectures, debates, science cafés, film screenings, book presentations, theatre and more - over 290 events on the theme of research for development are organised for the general public every year in around 30 countries.

Innovation and scientific culture in Reunion Island

The IRD's research thematics address global issues that touch everyone. In order to promote the results of their work and to share the scientific culture with the general public, especially with the youth, scientists are carrying out various actions to foster the dialogue between science and society...

Partnership in Southern Africa

In order to conduct their research, the IRD, the CNRS and Cirad cooperate with numerous research organisations and universities in Southern Africa and promote the creation of long-term partnership tools.