
Campus Paris-Saclay: Where Quantum Research thrives
The Quantum Valley at Paris-Saclay Deeptech
An inspiring environment for High Tech Systems & Materials innovation
Campus Paris-Saclay is at the forefront of quantum research and deeptech innovation in the Life Sciences & Health, Chemistry & Energy, Agri & Food, and High Tech Systems & Materials fields, housing over 80% of France’s quantum researchers. The Science Cluster fosters a collaborative atmosphere, bringing together top universities, like Université de Paris-Saclay and Institut Polytechnique de Paris, institutes like CEA, CNRS, C2N, Inria, Inserm, and cutting-edge companies in agri-food and high-tech sectors like Danone, Servier, IBM, EDF, Horiba, Air Liquide. This dynamic ecosystem nurtures pioneering advancements in all kinds of knowledge-intensive fields.
Concentrated expertise in quantum research
Paris-Saclay is home to a significant portion of France’s quantum talent, boasting 80% of the nation’s quantum researchers. Institutions like CNRS, CEA, and INRIA lead the charge in quantum computing and deeptech innovation. Through the French Quantum Plan, launched in 2021, the campus aims to cement France’s place as a global quantum powerhouse, focusing on sectors like sensors, Artificial Intelligance, and cybersecurity.
A French Silicon Valley for deeptech
Often dubbed France’s “Silicon Valley,” Paris-Saclay is a magnet for groundbreaking deeptech developments. With 20% of France’s R&D activities located here, the ecosystem supports innovation across industries from agri-food to high-tech systems. Renowned for its vibrant start-up scene, companies such as Qandela and Pascal emerged directly from this research cluster, leveraging advanced technologies for global impact.
Leading research institutions and industry collaboration
Paris-Saclay brings together 15 leading institutions, including the Institut d’Optique, Université Paris-Saclay, and C2N, ensuring access to top-tier talent and facilities. These institutions collaborate with industry giants like CEA and INRIA to foster cutting-edge research, creating fertile ground for innovations in quantum computing, physics, and more. Start-ups and global players alike benefit from these partnerships, driving technological advancements across sectors.
Our specialised assets at Campus Paris-Saclay Deeptech
Kadans offers cutting-edge facilities at Paris-Saclay, fostering research and collaboration in the Life Sciences & Health, Chemistry & Energy, Agri & Food, and High Tech Systems & Materials fields.
The Mix Paris-Saclay
The Mix is a state-of-the-art facility located at Paris-Saclay, designed to host deeptech innovators, researchers, and experts in all types of knowledge intensive fields. This four-story building offers 15,000 m² of laboratory space, scheduled for completion in Q3 2026. With flexible and scalable spaces, The Mix is ideal for start-ups and established companies advancing all types of technologies.
- Custom labs
- Conference rooms
- Start-up incubators
- High-speed networks
- Cleanrooms
- Flexible workspaces
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Creating a cross-sectoral ecosystem at Campus Paris-Saclay
At Campus Paris-Saclay, an environment is created where start-ups, scale-ups, corporates, researchers, and more in all kinds of knowledge-intensive fields can thrive and innovate. This creates a unique synergy that is strengthened by Kadans’ international network.
Life Sciences & Health
Campus Paris-Saclay is the place where organisations work on improving health diagnoses based on AI and nanotech. The cluster fosters a collaborative atmosphere, bringing together top universities, like the University Paris-Saclay and the Institut Polytechnique de Paris, institutions like CEA, and the Drahi Xnovation Centre, and cutting-edge companies like Servier, and Sequens Cell for Cure. This dynamic ecosystem nurtures pioneering advancements in Life Sciences & Health
Chemistry & Energy
The Paris-Saclay Cluster created a place where companies can work on developing solutions to reduce the world’s carbon footprint and ensure the long-term protection of the environment. The collaborative atmosphere of the clusters brings together top universities, research institutes, and companies like EDF and Air Liquide that are frontrunners in chemistry & energy innovation, creating a cluster where pioneering advancements in low-carbon technologies and green chemistry are nurtured.
Agri & Food
The ecosystem of Campus Paris-Saclay creates a place for sustainable and health food development that also aids in the transition of agriculture. Next to some of France’s top universities, institutions like Ferments fu Futur and innovative companies like Danone work together to advance sustainable food value chains.
High Tech Systems & Materials
Campus Paris-Saclay is a global leader in quantum research, driving advancements in quantum computing, AI, and physics. Connecting top universities, research institutions and cutting-edge organisations alike, it’s the perfect environment for deeptech innovation.
Campus Paris-Saclay is the place where organisations work on improving health diagnoses based on AI and nanotech. The cluster fosters a collaborative atmosphere, bringing together top universities, like the University Paris-Saclay and the Institut Polytechnique de Paris, institutions like CEA, and the Drahi Xnovation Centre, and cutting-edge companies like Servier, and Sequens Cell for Cure. This dynamic ecosystem nurtures pioneering advancements in Life Sciences & Health
The Paris-Saclay Cluster created a place where companies can work on developing solutions to reduce the world’s carbon footprint and ensure the long-term protection of the environment. The collaborative atmosphere of the clusters brings together top universities, research institutes, and companies like EDF and Air Liquide that are frontrunners in chemistry & energy innovation, creating a cluster where pioneering advancements in low-carbon technologies and green chemistry are nurtured.
The ecosystem of Campus Paris-Saclay creates a place for sustainable and health food development that also aids in the transition of agriculture. Next to some of France’s top universities, institutions like Ferments fu Futur and innovative companies like Danone work together to advance sustainable food value chains.
Campus Paris-Saclay is a global leader in quantum research, driving advancements in quantum computing, AI, and physics. Connecting top universities, research institutions and cutting-edge organisations alike, it’s the perfect environment for deeptech innovation.
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