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The new Code of Conduct for Research Integrity, revised by ALLEA (All European Academies), reflects Open Science and research assessment developments, changes in in data management practices and in technology.
Switzerland does not launch any large rockets of its own, but it is involved in research missions throughout the solar system. Universities develop scientific instruments, companies supply high-precision technology, and a growing number of start-ups are seeking to develop new business opportunities from this.
He brings together people from within and beyond academia – with the aim of helping us respond more effectively to climate change. Benjamin Hofmann is a researcher at ETH Zurich’s TdLab. As a member of the Swiss Young Academy, teaching is particularly important to him.
Groundwater is Switzerland’s most important source of drinking water. A new factsheet from the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT) shows how drought affects groundwater and what measures are needed in view of climate change. An integrated approach is required that also takes health into account and safeguards this vital source.