Major Fields of Research

École Polytechnique has defined 8 major fields of research to guide its developmental strategy. These fields address to social and technological challenges through interdisciplinary and cross-functional projects which involve the various Research Center laboratories.

The following fields cover all research currently being conducted at École Polytechnique:

> Bioengineering, Biology and Health Sciences
> Concepts and Methods for a Digital Society
> Energy, Transportation and Environment
> Modeling and Optimization of Complex Systems
> Matter and Light in Extreme Conditions
> Markets, Innovation and Science-Society Relations
> Nanoscience, Innovative Materials and Efficient Processes
> Universal Laws and Structures