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Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences SAMS
The SAMS engages with medical students
The Swiss Association of Medical Students (swimsa) invited the SAMS to run a booth at the Swiss Medical Students’ Convention (SMSC), which took place from 27 to 29 March in Bern. This event, held twice a year, aims to offer medical students the opportunity to exchange ideas, gain knowledge, and build network. On the agenda for this edition: the question «who cares?!», raised in relation to the healthcare system.
Swiss Young Academy SYA
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New Executive Board and Speaker elected
The members of the Swiss Young Academy elected their new Executive Board for the 2026/27 term at the Members' Assembly. The Executive Board subsequently appointed Clément Meier as Speaker and Clara Zemp as Vice-Speaker. Over the coming year, they aim to strengthen the voice of early-career researchers at a time when research faces increasing financial constraints and growing societal expectations. They will continue to advocate for a supportive and inclusive research environment, promote inter- and transdisciplinary collaboration, and foster science diplomacy as a means of strengthening international cooperation and contributing to science-based responses to global challenges.
Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences SATW
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Comprendere, sperimentare, innovare: 38 ragazze conquistano il mondo della tecnologia
La loro prima settimana di vacanze estive in laboratorio anziché in piscina: dal 6 al 10 luglio, 38 ragazze provenienti da 13 cantoni hanno partecipato allo Swiss TecLadies Camp a Brunnen, immergendosi nel mondo dell’intelligenza artificiale, della sicurezza informatica e dell’ethical hacking. Il campo mira a suscitare l’interesse delle giovani donne per le professioni tecniche, sfatando al contempo pregiudizi radicati.
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A look back at SSH Energy 2026 and the special session co-hosted by the td-net
td-net co-hosted a special session at the 6th Swiss Social Sciences and Humanities Energy Research Workshop (SSH Energy 2026), which took place in mid-June and adresses various actors from inter- and transdisciplinary fields.