Sorbonne criticised for giving doctorate

Paris - One of France's most renowned universities, the Sorbonne, has been criticised by several top scientists for awarding …

Paris - One of France's most renowned universities, the Sorbonne, has been criticised by several top scientists for awarding a doctorate to an astrologer whose thesis was described as worthless.

In a report made public this month, the scientists attacked the university for awarding the degree to Ms Elizabeth Teissier, saying her thesis "lacks any sociological basis".

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