MY THESIS IN 180 SECONDS
National Final
Est. 2h30
Since 2014, the My Thesis in 180 Seconds (MT180) competition, organized by the CNRS and France Universités, has aimed to showcase the research conducted by PhD students and highlight the richness and dynamism of scientific research in France—from social sciences and humanities to environmental studies, biology, and physics.
This year, the national final will take place at La Villette. On June 17, sixteen young scientists from across France will take on the challenge of summarizing years of research in just three minutes while captivating the audience. A thrilling mix of suspense, emotions, and discoveries in a lively and engaging atmosphere.
Each participant must distill complex research into a compelling, clear, and accessible presentation for all. At the end of the evening, a jury will award prizes to three doctoral candidates, while the audience will also have a say by voting for the People’s Choice Award for the most convincing performance.
In France, the competition is organized by CNRS and France Universités. The final is hosted with the support of La Villette, in partnership with Casden, Maif, and MGEN.
Practical information
Grande Halle
Metro
Line 5 - Porte de Pantin station
Tramway
Line 3b - Porte de Pantin station
Bus
Bus 75, 151 - Porte de Pantin stop
Parking
Q-Park
Philharmonie
Q-Park
Cité de la Musique - La Villette
Q-Park
Cité de la Musique - Conservatoire
Parking
Cité des Sciences
Bike Chap
Vélib' docking points
Bike racks
Bike racks are available inside the Espace Chapiteaux area. You may leave your electric bike there with the battery attached.
This venue is:
- Accessible to people with reduced mobility (PRM). Please contact 01 40 03 75 75
- Partially accessible to deaf individuals, depending on the programming
- Partially accessible to individuals with hearing aids, depending on the programming
- Partially accessible to visually impaired and blind individuals
- Accessible to individuals with psychological, cognitive, and intellectual disabilities
- Light food and refreshments available on-site before the show in the Grande Halle.
- Several dining options available in the park before or after the show, discover them HERE.