National Center for Scientific Research
| Knowledge Source Identification | |
|---|---|
| Knowledge source name | National Center for Scientific Research |
| Abbreviated name | CNRS |
| Owner/Developer | French Ministry of Education and Research |
| Country | France |
| Languages | English, French |
| URL | http://www.cnrs.fr/index.php |
| Contact | http://www.cnrs.fr/en/home/contacts.htm |
| Description | The National Center for Scientific Research, or CNRS, is a public organization under the responsibility of the French Ministry of Education and Research. Founded in 1939 by governmental decree, the CNRS aims to: Evaluate and carry out all research capable of advancing knowledge and bringing social, cultural, and economic benefits for society; Contribute to the promotion and application of research results; Develop scientific information; Support research training; Participate in the analysis of the national and international scientific climate and its potential for evolution in order to develop a national policy. |
| Knowledge Source Category | |
| Category | Organization |
| Sub categories | Governmental Organization |
| Knowledge Dissemination and Sharing | |
| Dissemination channel | Website, Audio / Video, Social media |
| Targeted audience (specified/objective analysis) | Researchers, Scientists, Regulators, Industry |
| Users access | Open access |
| Knowledge Characterization | |
| 3Rs relevance | Replacement, Reduction |
| Purpose | Method development, Education and training, Documentation and information, Fundamental studies |
| Technology/Tools | Alternative test methods (in vitro), Omics |