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Daniel Moeckli: new human rights delegate of the academies

Daniel Moeckli will become the human rights delegate of a+ from 2025. In this role, he will support researchers whose human rights are violated as a result of scientific activities as well as address issues at the interface between science and human rights. Potential topics include international conflicts and their impact on academic freedom, social media and human rights as well as setbacks in democracy and the rule of law. Daniel Moeckli, Professor of Public Law at the University of Zurich with an international and comparative law focus, is well connected in the academic and human rights community and has many years of experience in the field of human rights.

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    Innovation – an ongoing challenge

    Although Switzerland is regarded as a world leader in innovation, technology transfer is faltering. This is evident from a number of findings in the SATW’s 2024 Innovation Capacity Analysis: The proportion of companies engaged in research and development is falling, and the share of turnover generated by new products has declined, particularly among SMEs, which form the backbone of the Swiss economy. How can companies capitalise on new technologies and thereby reignite the engine of innovation?
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    TecDay at Bäumlihof Grammar School: Experience technology, discover the future

    On 15 October 2026, Bäumlihof Grammar School was transformed into a place of discovery, experimentation and discussion. As part of TecDay, around 530 pupils had the opportunity to explore current topics in technology, natural sciences and computer science across 33 modules. The event was organised by the Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences (SATW) and brought experts from universities, research institutions and companies into direct contact with young people.
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    Four outstanding female researchers receive the “Swiss L’Oréal – UNESCO For Women in Science 2026” award

    The “Swiss L’Oréal – UNESCO For Women in Science” prize has been awarded for the second time. The award honors four exceptional early-career scientists for their excellent research. The ceremony took place on 21 October 2026 at the Zürcher Kammerorchester (ZKO) in Zurich.
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