🌍 A Structured Franco-Indian Academic Network
The Franco-Indian Campus has successfully established a large-scale, structured network bringing together leading institutions and research teams from France and India. Designed as a “campus without walls”, it federates complementary expertise while fostering sustained interaction across disciplines, institutions and countries.
Key indicators
22 higher-education institutions involved
60+ research laboratories
4 thematic consortia covering major health challenges
🎓 Twinning and Double-Degree Programmes
One of the flagship achievements of the Campus is the deployment of joint and double-degree programmes at Master’s level. These programmes integrate academic excellence, research immersion and international mobility, and respond to strategic needs in biotechnology, digital health, bioinformatics and integrated health.
Key indicators
3 Twinning / double-degree Master’s programmes operational
1st cohort of ILIADE Master’s graduates celebrated in 2025
Multiple French and Indian universities co-delivering curricula
✈️ Mobility and Intercultural Training
The Campus has reinforced student and faculty mobility between France and India, offering participants exposure to distinct academic cultures and research environments. These experiences foster intercultural skills and contribute to the emergence of a new generation of internationally trained scientists.
Key indicators
Student and faculty mobility across all consortia
Binational training pathways embedded in curricula
Strong demand for incoming and outgoing exchanges
🏛️ Governance and Institutional Structuring
Major progress has been achieved in structuring the governance of the Campus. The establishment of a bilateral Operational Committee and the preparation of a binational Governing Body provide a robust framework for strategic steering, coordination and accountability. These efforts are reinforced by the drafting of a Franco-Indian Intergovernmental Agreement.
Key indicators
Bilateral Operational Committee established (France–India parity)
Governing Body framework defined
Intergovernmental Agreement under finalisation
💻 Shared Identity and Digital Visibility
The Campus has developed a unified visual identity and a dedicated bilingual website serving both as an institutional showcase and as a coordination tool. The platform highlights programmes, consortia, events and achievements, while supporting internal collaboration through a secure intranet.
Key indicators
Official Campus logo adopted
Bilingual institutional website launched
Secure intranet for partners and coordination
💶 Financial Leverage and Sustainability
Initial funding from the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs has enabled the Campus to generate a strong leverage effect by attracting additional European, institutional and regional co-funding. This financial structuring supports the sustainability and expansion of activities.
Key indicators
€2.25M funding mobilised from the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
€1.47M additional co-funding secured
🧪 Academic–Industry Interfaces and Innovation
The Campus has initiated structured interactions with industrial partners, start-ups and innovation ecosystems in both countries. Dedicated workshops and working groups have identified opportunities for collaborative R&D, doctoral training in industry and innovation-driven projects.
Key indicators
Franco-Indian academia–industry workshops organised
Industry-focused working group established
Emerging projects in biotech and digital health
🎯 Impact
Together, these achievements illustrate the progressive consolidation of the Franco-Indian Campus as a reference platform for cooperation in life sciences for health. The Campus has moved beyond project coordination towards an integrated, visible and sustainable bilateral initiative aligned with the strategic priorities of France and India.