The document summarizes an academic social network called Carnets2 Descartes used by Université Paris Descartes. [1] It provides information on the university such as its 10 colleges and schools serving 40,000 students. [2] Carnets2 Descartes allows users to create profiles, groups, and pages to share research, publications and connect with others within the university community. [3] The network aims to strengthen connections between faculty, students, alumni and partners.