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Switzerland excluded from European planning of research infrastructures
The European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) was created to support a coherent and strategy-oriented approach to policy making in the area of major research infrastructures in Europe. As Switzerland is not associated with Horizon Europe, the EU framework programme for research and innovation, the Swiss ESFRI delegation and Swiss experts in the Strategic Working Groups (SWG) will no longer be invited to participate in ESFRI meetings and activities. According to Hans Rudolf Ott, Chairperson of the Round Table on Swiss Representation in International Organisations and Research Infrastructures (RoTIORI), organised by the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT), Switzerland has lost an important means of contributing to the shaping of the European research landscape as a result of this decision, particularly in the field of major infrastructures. RoTIORI now expects pragmatic solutions to be developed in the interest of the European research landscape.
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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.Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences SATW
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‘The future is by no means set in stone’ – Vice-Chancellor Rachel Salzmann on Switzerland in 2040
What will Switzerland look like in 2040? In its report ‘Perspectives for Switzerland 2040’, the Federal Chancellery outlines three possible futures and derives six areas for political action from them. In an interview with the SATW, Vice-Chancellor Rachel Salzmann explains why the future is by no means set in stone, why she describes the scenarios not as bleak but as challenging, and where Switzerland could take a leading role in technology.Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences SATW
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Fair data use starts with asking the right questions
Data helps businesses to better understand their target groups and tailor their offerings more effectively. However, not everything that is technically possible is also responsible. How can SMEs ensure that they use data fairly and transparently? The Data Fairness Label from Swiss Insights offers practical guidance on this.