The Institut d'Astrophysique de Paris (IAP) is a prominent research institute located in Paris, France. It focuses on various fields of astrophysics, including cosmology, stellar physics, and planetary science. Established in 1992, the IAP is part of the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) and collaborates with several universities and research organizations. The institute aims to advance our understanding of the universe through theoretical and observational studies. Researchers at the IAP work on projects related to the formation of galaxies, dark matter, and the evolution of stars, contributing significantly to the global scientific community in astrophysics.