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Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences SAMS
Need for action in family medicine and pediatrics
As part of its commitment to a sustainable healthcare system, the SAMS supports the professional association mfe in its «Workforce» study, which is conducted every five years. The results of the 2025 edition show that the shortage of pediatricians and general practitioners has worsened in recent years. An aging population, reduced working hours, and an increased administrative burden threaten basic medical coverage across the country.
Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences SAMS
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Neurosciences: Call for nominations for the Robert Bing Prize
Every two years, the SAMS awards the Robert Bing Prize in neurosciences. The Prize is financed from the legacy of Basel neurologist Robert Bing. In accordance with the founder's wishes, it is aimed at young researchers in neuroscience. The Prize honours outstanding work in the recognition, treatment and cure of diseases of the nervous system. The deadline for nominations is 9 March 2026.
Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences SAMS
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Call for nominations: Stern-Gattiker-Prize for women in academic medicine
Every two years, the SAMS awards the Stern-Gattiker Prize to a female medical scientist who acts as a role model in academic medicine and motivates young people to pursue such a career. The Stern-Gattiker Prize is endowed with CHF 15’000. The deadline for nominations is 9 March 2026.
Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences SATW
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TecDay Hohe Promenade - Approfondimenti pratici su nuovi mondi
L'ultimo TecDay dell'anno si è svolto il 28 novembre presso la scuola cantonale Hohe Promenade di Zurigo.