IRD plays a unique role in research for the development of countries in the Global South, addressing global challenges such as climate change, public health, and migration. The originality of IRD lies in its long-term scientific presence in partner countries, enduring partnerships, interdisciplinary research organized around societal challenges, and the co-production of knowledge with its partners.
A project to merge IRD with the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) is currently under discussion. This project has raised concerns within the scientific community (https://sauvonslird.org/?PagePrincipale), leading to the launch of two petitions expressing opposition or reservations.
You can read and sign these petitions using the following links:
