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Switzerland can play a leading role in quantum technology through strategic investment
The Swiss Quantum Strategy, which was published on Wednesday, demonstrates how Switzerland defends its leading role in quantum technology through the development and marketing of technologies on an international level. Coordinated action and strategic impulses are required for this purpose at the interface between science, economics and politics. Swiss Quantum Commission experts from the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT) penned the strategy in the context of the Swiss Quantum Initiative on behalf of the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation.
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Advance care planning: practical information for everyone
Yesterday, on «Patients' Day», the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) launched its new website to raise awareness on advance care planning (ACP). The various aspects of the project are explained using concrete examples from everyday life. Whether young or old, healthy or frail, these topic pages demonstrate why this topic concerns us all. Healthcare professionals play a key role as intermediaries and multipliers.
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South Korea shows interest in programs supporting young scientists
The SAMS General Secretariat met with a South Korean delegation visiting Bern to attend the Korea-Switzerland Joint Committee on Science and Technology meeting. The discussion focused on the Academy’s funding programs for young medical researchers.
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Call for proposals 2026: National MD-PhD program
This year, the SAMS is once again awarding competitive MD-PhD fellowships to talented young physicians to complete a doctoral research training in natural sciences, clinical research, public health sciences or biomedical ethics. Thanks to the partnerships with foundations and associated faculties, the national MD-PhD program can be continued. The submission deadline for applications is 15 May 2026.