The Presses des Mines
Founded in 1995 by Mines Paris – PSL, Presses des Mines is the School’s scientific publishing house. It supports researchers in publishing their work and helps disseminate leading-edge knowledge to academic communities, businesses, public sector entities, and society at large.
A scientific publishing house dedicated to sharing knowledge
A mission: to publish and disseminate scientific knowledge
Les Presses des Mines publishes scientific works based on research conducted at Mines Paris – PSL and its partners. It provides a platform for specialized works, research findings, and interdisciplinary analyses that help shed light on major scientific, technological, and societal transformations.
In this way, the press plays a full part in the School’s mission of sharing knowledge.
More than 30 years of scientific publishing
More than 680 books published
Nearly 1,000 authors supported
Editorial Support for Authors
From Research to Publication
Les Presses des Mines supports authors at every stage of their publishing project: from the scientific evaluation of the manuscript to its distribution to the relevant audiences. Each book undergoes an editorial process that ensures the scientific quality of the publications, with the support of an editorial board composed of experts from the academic and professional worlds.
The main steps:
Project Evaluation
Manuscripts are reviewed by the editorial board to assess their scientific and editorial merit.
Editorial Support
Authors receive tailored guidance to help them structure, prepare, and finalize their book.
Publication and Dissemination
The publications are promoted among scientific, professional, and institutional communities.
A Catalog
Multidisciplinary
Les Presses des Mines publishes works covering a wide range of disciplines, aligned with the areas of expertise of Mines Paris – PSL and its partners.
The catalog includes, in particular:
- Scientific and technical works
- Works in economics, social sciences, and management
- Publications focused on industrial challenges and contemporary transformations
- Conference proceedings and edited volumes
Les Presses des Mines also relies on various partners and platforms to distribute its publications and increase their visibility among its audiences. Part of the catalog is available online at OpenEdition Books and Cairn.info.
Collections
Focused on Major Contemporary Issues
Through its various collections, Presses des Mines showcases the diversity of research and expertise fostered by the School and its communities.
In particular, these collections highlight work dedicated to:
- Scientific and technological innovations
- Organizational and industrial transformations
- Environmental and energy transitions
- The relationship between science, technology, and society
