"Futur, ruptures & impacts" program
A gateway to a PhD: supporting research on forward-looking topics
Since 2008, the Futur, Ruptures & Impacts program has been funding upstream research activities within IMT, focusing on forward-looking topics. Co-funded in particular by the France 2030 initiative and EULiST, the European University Alliance, this program is a key driver in strengthening scientific excellence and supporting PhD candidates in their research.
Apply for one of our PhD positions and join an ambitious program that redefines research and its impact!
Seize this opportunity to drive tomorrow’s transformations
This PhD funding program supports radically new approaches with the potential to bring lasting transformations to industry and society. It fosters deep impacts in key areas such as ecology, environment, digital technologies, and beyond.
By taking part, you will contribute to addressing major societal and industrial challenges of our time.
The 2026 call for applications is open until February 15!
Imagine your future at the heart of research shaping tomorrow’s society
Choosing a PhD at IMT means joining a rich and stimulating academic environment—combining fundamental research with real-world impact, supported by high-level scientific supervision and strong collaborations with industry, international partners and the major challenges of the 21st century. Every doctoral project is both an intellectual and professional journey, and a springboard to exciting careers in research, innovation or entrepreneurship.
Explore our PhD opportunities and help us build the solutions of tomorrow!
“Futur, ruptures & impacts” program
Daniel, PhD student at Mines Saint-Étienne
Thanks to my PhD at IMT, I’m helping strengthen data security and privacy on embedded systems by developing innovative solutions that can withstand the threats posed by the advent of quantum computing
“Futur, ruptures & impacts” program
Liz, PhD student at IMT Mines Albi
Thanks to my PhD at IMT, I’m contributing to the transformation of transport systems in rural areas by developing decision-support tools to optimize public transport services
“Futur, ruptures & impacts” program
Maxime, PhD student at Mines Saint-Étienne
Thanks to my PhD at IMT, I’m contributing to the sustainable transformation of urban areas through a participatory approach
A mission at the heart of major transitions
This initiative aims to implement a long-term vision and explore new scientific approaches in fields such as future networks and industries, advanced materials, process engineering, decision and systems sciences, as well as ecological, energy, and industrial transitions.
Through this program, IMT reaffirms its pioneering role in addressing the major technological and scientific challenges of tomorrow while strengthening the link between academic research and industrial applications.
Training engineers, managers, and researchers to tackle global transitions: IMT prepares engineers, managers, and PhD graduates to address digital, energy, industrial, and ecological transitions in France, Europe, and beyond.
The PhD at IMT: scientific excellence at the core of major challenges
Research projects primarily conducted in partnership with companies and backed by secured PhD funding (Cifre, scholarships, etc.)