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[Scientific research in France. Structures and research career]
1Institut d'Hématologie, Hôpital Saint Louis, France. gperies@europost.org
Medicina
|June 3, 2000
Summary
France invests significantly in scientific research, particularly in Medical and Biological Sciences. Key institutions like CNRS and INSERM manage research careers through rigorous evaluation and competitive processes.
Area of Science:
- Focuses on scientific research landscape in France.
- Highlights Medical and Biological Sciences.
- Details research career structures.
Context:
- France demonstrates substantial investment in science.
- Features two primary research institutions: CNRS and INSERM.
- France ranks second in Europe for the number of investigators.
Purpose:
- To present data on French research.
- To describe the research career pathways.
- To outline the roles of national research bodies.
Summary:
- Explains the National Research Center (CNRS) and National Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM) structures.
- Details the evaluation and promotion processes for researchers.
- Highlights the competitive nature of securing research positions.
Impact:
- Provides insight into the French scientific research system.
- Useful for understanding research career progression in France.
- Informs about the governance and evaluation mechanisms in French research institutions.