At the Heart of the Cell:
Explore, Understand, Innovate

Welcome to the Institute for Integrative Biology of the Cell 

The Institute for Integrative Biology of the Cell (I2BC) is the leading Paris-Saclay institute for molecular and cellular biology. I2BC explores how cells function as integrated systems across multiple scales, leveraging a broad spectrum of organisms and model systems.

Organized into five scientific departments, the research teams benefit from cutting-edge core facilities and a collaborative environment. Together, they drive innovative research structured around four transverse axes:

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BETERMIER GENOMES

May 13th, 2026 by Genome Biology Dept

Programmed DNA Elimination in Paramecium: towards the third

A condensin I complex, known for shaping chromosome organization in eukaryotes, is essential to DNA elimination in Paramecium.

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I2BC Key figures

600-700
people

51
research teams

17
core facilites

150
publications
per year

30
PhD defenses
per year

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