Mechanics and energetics NAVIER. Mechanics and physics of materials, structures and geomaterials A joint research unit CNRS, École nationale des ponts et chaussées et Université Gustave Eiffel. NAVIER Laboratory develops basic research into the mechanics and physics of materials, structures, and geomaterials, and their applications to geotechnics, civil engineering, transport, geophysics, and energy. > Read more > Read more Research areas Multi-scale and multi-physics behaviour Geomaterials and geomechanics Rheophysics Eco-materials and eco-design Innovative structures and digital manufacturing Key figures 55 permanent staff 15 postdoctoral students 75 PhD students 115 publications in 2024 discover navier website > discover navier website > The laboratory’s research combines experimental and theoretical approaches. It is supported by state-of-the-art experimental platforms, including unique large-scale equipment. The laboratory’s work addresses major societal challenges such as sustainable construction, natural risk management, environmental preservation and the energy transition.