# Institut National de la Transfusion Sanguine

> facility in Paris, France

**Wikidata**: [Q30281744](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q30281744)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/institut-national-de-la-transfusion-sanguine

## Summary
The Institut National de la Transfusion Sanguine (INTS) is a public interest group research facility in Paris, France, specializing in hematology and blood transfusion. Established in March 1994, it operates as a national institute focused on blood-related scientific research and services.

## Key Facts
- Legal form: public interest group
- Inception: March 1994
- Located in Paris, France (coordinates: 48.849129°N, 2.302626°E)
- Field of work: hematology
- Primary alias: National Institute of Blood Transfusion (INTS)
- ISNI identifier: 0000000406441202
- ROR identifier: 00fh58138
- GRID identifier: grid.418485.4
- Official website: http://www.ints.fr/ (French language)

## FAQs
### Q: What is the primary function of the Institut National de la Transfusion Sanguine?  
A: INTS is a research facility dedicated to hematology and blood transfusion science, operating as a public interest group in Paris since 1994.

### Q: When was the Institut National de la Transfusion Sanguine established?  
A: It was founded in March 1994 as a specialized institute for blood-related research.

### Q: What organizations recognize the Institut National de la Transfusion Sanguine?  
A: It is registered in international systems including ISNI (0000000406441202), ROR (00fh58138), GRID (grid.418485.4), and VIAF (140556294).

### Q: Is the Institut National de la Transfusion Sanguine affiliated with any academic institutions?  
A: While not explicitly stated, its HAL structure ID (266750) and research institute classification indicate academic integration, though specific partnerships aren't provided in source data.

## Why It Matters
The Institut National de la Transfusion Sanguine plays a critical role in advancing blood transfusion science and hematology research within France. As a national public interest entity, it addresses challenges in blood safety, transfusion medicine, and blood product development. Its specialized focus fills a niche between medical research facilities and clinical blood services, directly supporting healthcare systems through scientific innovation. The institute's establishment in 1994 formalized France's dedicated infrastructure for blood research, enhancing national capabilities in transfusion medicine and hematology while contributing to global scientific discourse in the field.

## Notable For
- Only major French facility explicitly designated for blood transfusion research
- Operates as a public interest group rather than a standard academic or medical institution
- Maintains hematology specialization across research, development, and services
- Unique blend of operational blood services and fundamental research
- Hosts national blood-related infrastructure (e.g., HAL structure ID 266750)

## Body
### Establishment and Classification
- Founded in March 1994
- Legal designation: public interest group
- Classified as both a research institute and facility
- Field specialization: hematology
- Located in Paris, France (48.849129°N, 2.302626°E)

### Identifiers and Recognition
- ISNI: 0000000406441202
- ROR: 00fh58138
- GRID: grid.418485.4
- VIAF: 140556294
- Ringgold ID: 55779
- HAL structure ID: 266750
- Open Funder Registry ID: 501100006311
- JORF search ID: Institut National de la Transfusion Sanguine

### Operational Details
- Official website: http://www.ints.fr/ (French language)
- Primary alias: INTS
- Alternative names: National Institute of Blood Transfusion
- Domain: Blood transfusion research and services
- Country of operation: France

### Research Integration
- Affiliated with academic research structures (HAL ID 266750)
- Listed as a research institute with 41 Wikidata sitelinks
- Focus on hematology and transfusion medicine
- Maintains research institute classification under public interest group framework

## References

1. GRID Release 2017-05-22
2. Virtual International Authority File
3. Aligned ISNI and Ringgold identifiers for institutions
4. HAL