Marie curie

When Pierre and Marie Curie Investigated a Medium: The Curious Case of Eusapia Palladino in Paris

Tables that appear to levitate, objects in motion and mysterious "ectoplasms": experiments with medium Eusapia Palladino sparked a lively debate in Belle Époque Paris. An little-known story that drew several eminent scientists, including Pierre and Marie Curie, to take a close interest in phenomena attributed to spiritism.

Science Festival 2026 at the Curie Institute: the lineup of activities in Paris

Cancer research, scientific careers, and the story of Marie Curie are on the agenda for Science Festival 2026 at the Curie Institute in Paris, from October 2 to 12. Through hands-on activities and talks, visitors will get a behind-the-scenes look at the work of the teams and the heart of the institution.

European Heritage Days 2026: A Weekend Exploring the Curie Museum in Paris

On the occasion of the 43rd European Heritage Days, the Curie Museum opens its doors for the entire weekend of September 19–20, 2026, offering a deep dive into the history of the family behind five Nobel Prizes. A heads-up for fans of scientific heritage!

A free evening at the Curie Museum exploring women in science

On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, the Curie Museum invites you to a special evening dedicated to the history of science. For one free and public night, step into the world of Marie Curie by visiting her laboratory and office in a unique nighttime setting.

Eiffel Tower: A List of 72 Female Scientists to Be Inscribed on the Parisian Landmark

Marie Curie, Angélique du Coudray, Alice Recoque, and Yvonne Bruhat are among the 72 women scientists whose names will soon be engraved on the Eiffel Tower. They will join the 72 male scientists already inscribed on the Parisian monument.

Marie Curie, the first woman in the Panthéon, the anniversary exhibition

This autumn 2017, the Panthéon celebrates the career of Marie Curie, the scientist buried at the Panthéon, in a temporary exhibition. Just a few meters from the scientist's vault, scientific instruments, period documents and personal effects tell the impressive story of the woman who changed the face of the world, from November 8, 2017 to March 4, 2018!