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Swiss Academy of Sciences SCNAT
Prix Schläfli 2021 award for the four best dissertations in natural sciences
The body's own defence against urinary tract infections, a new method for quantifying and determining genetic damage, evidence in so-called Diophantine geometry and the question of how soot from combustion processes influences the formation of clouds and thus, the climate – the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT) is awarding the Prix Schläfli 2021 to the four most important insights of young researchers at Swiss universities. Claudia Aloisi (Chemistry), Gabriel Dill (Mathematics), Fabian Mahrt (Geosciences) and Gregor Weiss (Biology) receive the prize for findings in their dissertations. The Prix Schläfli is awarded annually to the four best dissertations in the natural sciences. This prize was first awarded as early as 1866.
Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences SAMS
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smarter medicine: Top 5 list for pediatric surgery
The association «smarter medicine – Choosing Wisely Switzerland», of which the SAMS is a member, is committed to providing optimal healthcare in Switzerland. It encourages professional societies to draw up Top 5 lists defining interventions that should be avoided altogether or only used under specific conditions. In November 2025, the Swiss Society for Pediatric Surgery (SSCP) published such a list.
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Studio d'impatto del Politecnico di Zurigo: Quali sono i benefici del programma di mentoring Swiss TecLadies?
Il programma di mentoring Swiss TecLadies è monitorato e valutato dall'Istituto KOF del Politecnico di Zurigo. La valutazione ha finora rilevato i primi segni di un effetto positivo tra le giovani partecipanti. Tuttavia, sono necessari ulteriori dati per aumentare la significatività dei risultati.Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences SAMS
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Forcible Deportations: Disclosure of medical data
With regard to forcible deportations, physicians are legally obliged to share relevant health data to enable the assessment of transportability of the persons affected. As of January 1, 2026, a standardised nationwide report form will be introduced in Switzerland for this purpose. The aim is to ensure the disclosure of medical data in compliance with legal requirements.