Université de Bretagne Occidentale (UBO) is a leading French public university located in Brest, Brittany. Founded in 1971, the university is recognized for its excellence in engineering, marine sciences, digital technologies, energy systems, health sciences, and environmental research. UBO hosts numerous research laboratories and collaborates extensively with national and international academic and industrial partners. The university plays a significant role in advancing scientific innovation, particularly in marine, energy, and sustainable technology research.