École Polytechnique celebrates science on October 3 and 4, 2025!

For the 34th edition of the Fête de la Science (Science Festival), researchers and staff from École Polytechnique’s laboratories will offer two days of scientific experiments and fun activities on the theme "Intelligence(s)." October 3 will be dedicated to school groups, while October 4 will be open to the general public.

On October 3 and 4, École Polytechnique will invite all curious minds and science enthusiasts to Palaiseau for a journey into the world of science, centered around the theme "Intelligence(s)." This event is for all ages: Friday, October 3, will be reserved for school groups, while Saturday, October 4, will be open to everyone from 1:30 PM.

Launched by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research in 1991, the Fête de la Science is organized by numerous educational and research institutions across France. At École Polytechnique, the event will be made possible thanks to the support of the Fondation de l’X and the Ministry of Higher Education and Research, in partnership with CNRS, Inria, and Telecom SudParis.

Spotlight on Intelligence(s)

In the Grand Hall of École Polytechnique, a Science Village will welcome visitors with 19 stands hosted by researchers.

At a time when Artificial Intelligence is advancing rapidly, the Fête de la Science will explore all forms of intelligence—from human intelligence to cellular intelligence, including animal intelligence. Other topics will also be featured, such as climate and energy, digital technology, particle physics, optics, biology, mathematics, chemistry, and mechanics.

Highlights of the Two-Day Program:

• Laboratory tours;

• Conferences on ancient DNA, plasma, quantum physics, AI, and neural networks;

• Exhibitions on Artificial Intelligence, including the foundational work of Alan Turing;

• An escape game;

• An immersive investigation;

• A puzzle hunt;

• And more!

For the full program, in French, visit here.