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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.

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    Commodity trading could be a particularly strong lever for sustainable development

    Trade in raw materials represents one third of total trade in goods and has a considerable impact on sustainable development. In the most comprehensive scientific study to date conducted by the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT), researchers analysed the influence of trading companies on economic, ecological and social development and show how Switzerland, as a major trading hub, can exploit opportunities and minimise risks worldwide.

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    smarter medicine: 60'000 francs to promote research

    The association «smarter medicine – Choosing Wisely Switzerland», of which the SAMS is a founding member, is committed to optimizing healthcare in Switzerland. This year, it is once again awarding a grant for research projects and supporting up to three applications with up to CHF 20’000 each. Applications can be submitted until 21 August 2026.

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    Zweite Durchführung des CAS Citizen Science und Public Engagement, erneut mit Beteiligung des td-net

    Diesen Herbst bietet Citizen Science Zürich zum zweiten Mal den CAS Citizen Science und Public Engagement an. Die berufsbegleitende und praxisorientierte Weiterbildung ist zusammengesetzt aus fünf Basis- und zwei wählbaren Spezialisierungsmodulen, von denen eines unter der Beteiligung stattfinden wird.

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