Obesity: French first at Nice University Hospital
Nice University Hospital has carried out a procedure never before performed in France. The intervention concerns obesity management and was carried out in digestive endoscopy. The technique used is fundic gastric mucosal ablation (fGMA). It is based on targeted coagulation of the fundic mucosa and acts on the production of ghrelin, the hormone associated with […]
Launch of the AZUR Territorial Research Entity to advance clinical research on the French Riviera
On March 31, 2026, Nice University Hospital and Cannes Simone Veil Hospital announced the signing of the founding agreement establishing the AZUR Territorial Research Entity. This marks a new phase in the development of clinical research at the territorial level. Nice University Hospital will lead the initiative in its capacity as the coordinating institution of […]
Artificial intelligence: Team Nice Côte d’Azur mobilized for an AI Business Tour and WAICF 2026
From 10 to 13 February 2026, Team Nice Côte d’Azur is mobilizing to promote the territory in the field of artificial intelligence. Alongside risingSUD and its regional partners, Jean-François Chapperon and Stefano Cimmarusti are taking part in the AI Business Tour, with the hosting in Nice on 11 February of more than 50 international decision-makers […]
Université Côte d’Azur: 60 years of territorial anchoring and innovation
Université Côte d’Azur: 60 years of knowledge to imagine together 60 years of innovation On 5 November at IMREDD, Université Côte d’Azur celebrated its 60th anniversary during the “Soirée Privilège” organised with the Université Côte d’Azur Foundation, in the presence of its President, Mr Jeanick Brisswalter. The event brought together more than 200 economic, institutional […]
Blue Innovation Challenge: supporting innovation in the blue economy sector
The 4th edition of the Blue Innovation Challenge has been launched. It follows on from UNOC 2025. Its goal is to position the Nice Côte d’Azur area as a hub for maritime innovation. Projects must fall within technical sectors related to the blue economy. Particular attention is given to innovations that support marine protection. Decarbonised […]
Nice University Hospital (CHU) is organising its 8th health research and innovation evening on 9 December
The DRCI of Nice University Hospital is holding its eighth research and innovation evening on 9 December 2025. The event starts at 6 p.m. in the Le Galet auditorium at Pasteur 2 Hospital. Prof. Marc-Olivier Gauci will act as general moderator for this edition dedicated to digital health. Two round tables structure the evening’s programme. […]
Vascular Surgery at Nice University Hospital: A New, Innovative Piece of Equipment
A Medical First at the CHU de NiceNice University Hospital (CHU de Nice) has welcomed its first patient into the Allia IGS 7 hybrid operating room — a next-generation surgical space located at the Pasteur 2 hospital site. This cutting-edge room combines advanced imaging and robotics, providing a unique working environment for surgical teams. A […]
TIGER e-health: the Côte d’Azur integrates into alpine innovation
A budget of €2.67 million finances the TIGER program in the Alpine space. It supports innovation in connected health. The Côte d’Azur is part of this European initiative. The Nice Côte d’Azur Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Eurobiomed support local companies. They facilitate access to European funding. SMEs benefit from support at every stage […]
Firecell: Ultra-precise industrial 5G geolocation for Airbus
Firecell, project leader: Based in Nice, Firecell implemented the private 5G network, localization algorithms, and software infrastructure. Its central role achieved unprecedented precision of 1 to 5 meters in a dense industrial environment. A world first in aeronautics: At the Airbus site, the solution developed by Firecell, Orange, Miodex, and Desoutter demonstrated the ability to […]
Legal Design Agency chooses Nice Côte d’Azur
A pioneer of legal design on the French Riviera, Legal Design Agency — founded by Madina Ibrahimkhel (pictured) — transforms complex legal documents such as contracts, terms and conditions, GDPR/compliance policies, or shareholders’ agreements into clear, visual, and actionable tools for individuals, entrepreneurs (startups, SMEs/mid-caps), and legal departments. Its decision to set up in Nice […]
