The CEA is the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission ("Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives"​). It is a public body established in October 1945 by General de Gaulle. A leader in research, development and innovation, the CEA mission statement has two main objectives: To become the leading technological research organization in Europe and to ensure that the nuclear deterrent remains effective in the future.

The CEA is active in four main areas: low-carbon energies, defense and security, information technologies and health technologies. In each of these fields, the CEA maintains a cross-disciplinary culture of engineers and researchers, building on the synergies between fundamental and technological research.

The civilian programs of the CEA received 49% of their funding from the French government, and 30% from external sources (partner companies and the European Union).
The CEA had a budget of 4,3 billion euros.

The CEA is based in ten research centers in France, each specializing in specific fields. The laboratories are located in the Paris region, the Rhône-Alpes, the Rhône valley, the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, Aquitaine, Central France and Burgundy. The CEA benefits from the strong regional identities of these laboratories and the partnerships forged with other research centers, local authorities and universities.

Nuclear

Renewable Energy

The Research and Development team at CEA focuses on pioneering and advancing scientific and technological innovations across key areas including low-carbon energies, defense and security, information technologies, and health technologies. This multidisciplinary team of senior researchers, engineers, scientists, and strategic project managers collaborates to develop cutting-edge solutions that support both civilian and military sectors, ensuring the organization's mission to remain a leader in Europe's technological research landscape and maintaining effective nuclear deterrence.

Research and Development

This department oversees and coordinates various projects, ensuring their effective planning, execution, and completion across different functional areas.

Project Management

This department focuses on advancing scientific knowledge through research conducted by postdoctoral scholars across various disciplines.

Postdoctoral Research

This department focuses on recruitment, employee development, and organizational relations to effectively manage the workforce.

Human Resources

This department focuses on conducting advanced research and academic inquiry.

Research Department

This department is responsible for acquiring goods and services necessary for the organization, focusing on cost efficiency and quality.

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