Lectures and forums

At the Cité des sciences

  • Set up in 2002, the Collège de la Cité runs cycles of free lectures intended for the general public.

 

  • The lectures cycles run from October to June. Several lectures are scheduled each week.

 

  • The aim of the lectures is to refresh basic knowledge, explain recent advances in science, and bring the general public face to face with research scientists.

 

  • Some 550 past lectures are available as podcasts.

At the Palais de la découverte

Throughout the year, The Palais de la Découverte runs lecture cycles and conferences focusing on subjects covered in the temporary exhibitions or linked to current science issues.