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    • List your thesis on theses.fr

      The theses.fr search engine (opens in a new tab) lists PhD dissertations defended in France since 1985 (approximately 468,000), as well as those still forthcoming (approximately 80,000). Launched in July 2011, it’s a valuable tool for getting started on a state-of-the-art review and offers doctoral students and young researchers greater visibility for their work both on the academic level and in economic circles.

      Two professional applications feed into this database:





      STAR
      Lists defended thesis..





      STEP
      Lists ongoing thesis.



    • Metadata management

      Records for defended or ongoing thesis are drafted by trained and authorized individuals from the registry office, doctoral school office, library, or research support services, depending on the institution.

      As a doctoral student, you should, however, pay attention to the metadata contained in your ongoingthesis record. Between its inception and closure, the record may need to be updated regarding:

      • Descriptive metadata: changes to the title, supervision, abstract, or keywords
      • Thesis status: abandoned, defended or ongoing
      • Access to the document: missing or inactive link
      • The author's personal data: age, surname, etc. 
    • Important

      You only have the right to modify ongoing thesis data. Defended thesis are deemed to have definitive archive status.

      To report any changes, doctoral students and doctors can use a specific tab on the platform.

       
      Bouton "Signaler une erreur" disponible sur theses.frReport an error

    • Showcasing your thesis

      My Thesis in 180 Seconds (MT180) is a science communication competition that challenges doctoral students to present their research topic in just three minutes to a diverse, non-specialist audience. Derived from the Australian Three Minute Thesis competition, this format requires participants to summarize the main points of their thesis, such as the problem, methodology, and results, using a single visual aid.

      This competition promotes science communication skills, encourages researchers to make complex concepts accessible, and offers excellent visibility to both the non-specialist public and the international scientific community. Participating in MT180 allows you to:

      Develop your ability to summarize information and make it accessible to a wider audience;

      Hone your public speaking skills when addressing a non-specialist audience;

      Enhance your academic and professional background.

      To learn more about this exercise and competition, check the slideshow below or visit the official MT180.

    • Les Doctoriales (Young Researcher Days)

      “Les Doctoriales” (Young Researcher Days) are residential professional development seminars for doctoral students. These three- to five-day events are organized by doctoral schools or universities. They aim to makeresearchers more familiar with their socio-economic environment and give them the opportunity to develop their transferable skills and employability.

      The program includes collaborative workshops, mock job interviews, meetings with business leaders, and sessions on possible career paths after graduation.

      De jeunes chercheurs discutant lors d'une journée de rencontre.

      Illustration generated by Le Chat - Mistral AI, 2025

      These events help participants to showcase their skills beyond the academic setting, expand their professional network, and gain a better understanding of the expectations of the job market in various sectors.