The AXA Research Fund works to accelerate scientific dissemination and bring together expert perspectives towards better informing decision-making on main global challenges.

2022 Activity Report

2022 Activity Report

2023 · A snapshot of AXA Research Fund achievements and activities in 2022.

Building Societal Resilience: The Role of Inclusion in a Fragmented World

Building Societal Resilience: The Role of Inclusion in a Fragmented World

2022 · As our societies become increasingly characterized by uncertainty, interconnectedness, and complexity, they continue to face recurring and simultaneous shocks. Resilience is a key prerequisite in our ability to withstand these shocks. In this publication, experts from academia, global organizations, and business share perspectives on the main sources of inequality and paths toward building a more inclusive and resilient society.

Building Cyber Resilience: Threats, Enablers, and Anticipation

Building Cyber Resilience: Threats, Enablers, and Anticipation

2021 · As threats morph and organizational needs evolve, cyber resilience is about being prepared with continual refinement through innovation in modeling, research in threat response strategies, development of new capabilities within the cyber insurance industry, and the support of strategic foresight techniques. This publication brings together perspectives from academia, business, and organizations on the changing dynamics of the cyber landscape, with a view towards the mitigation of the associated risks and, in doing so, protecting what matters.

Confronting a Global Crisis

Confronting a Global Crisis

2020 · The repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic in all areas of our societies are likely to be felt for years to come. Based on interviews with researchers and business experts, we look at the prospects for healthcare, the global economy and the environment as we confront the worst public health crisis in more than a century.

Biodiversity at Risk: Preserving the Natural World for Our Future

Biodiversity at Risk: Preserving the Natural World for Our Future

2019 · This publication discusses the interdependencies between nature, climate change, the economy, and security, based on insights from AXA-supported scientists and biodiversity and climate change experts. The report also provides an overview of AXA’s commitments in the area of biodiversity loss mitigation and resilience strategies.

Silver Age: Aging Better

Silver Age: Aging Better

2019 · What are the health challenges associated with increased longevity? How can we ensure better aging, even when living with chronic diseases? What new perspectives open by science, innovation, and fundamental research? This publication helps us improve our understanding of the crucial issue of longevity, shedding light on the insights provided by AXA-supported scientists and AXA experts.

Artificial Intelligence: Fostering Trust

Artificial Intelligence: Fostering Trust

2018 · How can we ensure data security and privacy for all at a time of democratization of Artificial Intelligence,  adapt a relevant ethical and regulatory framework, and increase algorithm transparency? This publication provides AXA–supported scientists and AXA experts' perspectives on the complex and intricate issues raised by AI.