CEA Saclay is one of the 10 CEA research centers. It is active in the fields of energy, information technology and health technology. At CEA Saclay, these fields are associated with cutting-edge fundamental research and the design and operation of very large research infrastructures. Such close interactions, along with an international, multidisciplinary scientific community, make CEA Saclay one of the most prominent research centers in Europe and throughout the world.

With over 15,000 researchers and collaborators, CEA is a benchmark for expertise and is recognized at the highest international level. Around 6,000 scientists and collaborators coming from 72 countries work in the Saclay Center. These international, multidisciplinary research teams work in the fields of nuclear energy, life sciences, physical sciences, climate and environment, technological research and teaching.

CEA Saclay is located on the Paris-Saclay campus, about 15 miles south of Paris and less than 7 miles from Versailles. It is easily accessible from Paris and the Charles de Gaulle International Airport. A great location for our scientific community to enjoy the French “art de vivre” only 25 minutes from the vibrant center of Paris.

The CEA Saclay laboratories, institutes and installations cover over 550 acres of land. Around 6,000 people work in this natural and peaceful environment at the heart of the Vallée de Chevreuse.

Are you an international scientist or student coming to work at CEA Saclay? The International Office is there for you. We hope you will easily find the information you are looking for on this website. If not, feel free to contact us: our staff is also available to answer any of your questions. Welcome to Saclay!