However, France has several research institutions and universities that study tropical America, often focusing on specific aspects such as:
* IRD (Institut de Recherche pour le Développement): This is the most likely organization you might be thinking of. IRD conducts extensive research in tropical regions globally, including Central and South America, covering various disciplines like ecology, health, social sciences, and more. They often collaborate with local institutions in the region.
* Various French universities: Many French universities have researchers and programs focusing on Latin American studies, often incorporating tropical aspects depending on their specialization (e.g., geography, anthropology, biology).
Therefore, instead of one "French Institute of Tropical Americas," the research you're interested in is spread across multiple French research bodies, primarily the IRD and various university departments. To find specific information, you would need to specify the type of research you are interested in (e.g., biodiversity, climate change, social structures) and potentially search within the IRD's publications or specific university departments' websites.