42.UNIVERSITY OF PARIS-SUD

42.UNIVERSITY OF PARIS-SUD (PARIS XI)                                   (Paris,France)   

The University of Paris-Sud (also known as “Paris Onze”) is an ancient school founded in the 12th century. It is in many ways reminiscent of the city it calls home.

Just as Paris is both one of the cultural capitals of the world and simultaneously advancing in the ever-evolving information age, so too Paris XI combines its historic linage with a bold future.

One hundred thirty-two nationalities are represented within the student body’s vibrant, 28,000-strong membership. 

The school also attracts 1,900 teachers and 2,500 researchers.

These people advance their work in over 100 laboratories and produce 5,000 international publications annually. Most of this body of work is cited at above the average rate. 

Paris XI has also produced two Nobel Prize Laureates and four Fields Medalists.

The university’s Industrial and Commercial Activity Office regularly produces 50 patents a year.

 Most of the patents are in cutting-edge hard science such as physics, engineering, and medicine.

Paris XI earns €19 million each year through contract research.