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Academies call for cessation of violence by Iranian government
In solidarity with the students and scholars protesting against the Iranian regime, the Swiss Academies of Arts and Sciences condemn the harsh state action against the people of Iran and the accompanying violation of human rights. The escalating repression against members of the scientific community seriously threatens their academic freedoms as well.
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Swiss precision in space
Switzerland does not launch any large rockets of its own, but it is involved in research missions throughout the solar system. Universities develop scientific instruments, companies supply high-precision technology, and a growing number of start-ups are seeking to develop new business opportunities from this.Swiss Young Academy SYA
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Bridging research and practice
He brings together people from within and beyond academia – with the aim of helping us respond more effectively to climate change. Benjamin Hofmann is a researcher at ETH Zurich’s TdLab. As a member of the Swiss Young Academy, teaching is particularly important to him.
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New factsheet on groundwater: Health matters too
Groundwater is Switzerland’s most important source of drinking water. A new factsheet from the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT) shows how drought affects groundwater and what measures are needed in view of climate change. An integrated approach is required that also takes health into account and safeguards this vital source.