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Switzerland is on track to rejoin key EU research and education programs, following the initialing of a new agreement that restores access to flagship initiatives like Horizon Europe and Erasmus+.

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Switzerland regains access to major EU programs under new agreement

9 April 2025

Researchers in Bern have developed an AI-based tool that detects rare coronary artery anomalies with high precision in cardiac CT images, potentially transforming diagnostics in cardiology.

AI tool developed in Bern improves detection of rare coronary anomalies

4 April 2025

Albert School, the business and data school, is setting up in Geneva, marking a new stage in its international expansion. The private higher education institution, founded in Paris in 2022, will open the doors of its first Swiss campus in the Étang district of Vernier in September 2025.

Albert School opens its first Swiss campus in Geneva

3 April 2025

In a significant step toward future pandemic preparedness, researchers at the University of Bern have uncovered a new mechanism by which coronaviruses manipulate human cells to replicate, offering a promising target for broad-spectrum antiviral therapies.

University of Bern researchers identify promising new strategy against coronaviruses

1 April 2025

A team of researchers from the University of Bern and Japan’s RIKEN Institute has achieved a major breakthrough in sustainable chemistry by developing a novel method to synthesize organic molecules using sodium and iron—two abundant, non-toxic metals. The innovation could pave the way for more environmentally friendly production of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.

The University of Bern and RIKEN develop greener chemistry for pharmaceutical production

25 March 2025

The Foundation for Technological Innovation (FIT) has awarded funding to promising Western Switzerland start-ups PeriVision, Bioscibex, and Carewell, to accelerate their development in healthtech and biotechnology.

Western Switzerland innovators PeriVision, Bioscibex and Carewell receive support from FIT

17 March 2025

A research team at .NeuroRestore (EPFL/CHUV/UNIL) has developed an innovative rehabilitation approach that combines robotic-assisted therapy with spinal cord stimulation, offering new hope for individuals with spinal cord injuries.

.NeuroRestore’s breakthrough in robotics and spinal stimulation restores mobility after paralysis

17 March 2025

Geneva has unveiled its new Innovation Master Plan 2025-2027 (“Plan Directeur de l’Innovation 2025-2027” in French), designed to consolidate the canton’s position as a leading international innovation hub. Backed by CHF 11 million in public investment, the strategy focuses on infrastructure enhancement, targeted financing, and fostering entrepreneurship to bolster Geneva’s economic strength.

Geneva strengthens its innovation ecosystem with a strategic development plan

10 March 2025

The University of Basel and the University of Bern are launching a new research center dedicated to the development of superconducting quantum units. The Werner Siemens Foundation is supporting the initiative with CHF 15 million over the next eleven years.

New WSS research center for molecular quantum systems

5 March 2025

The Trust Valley has launched Trust4SMEs, a pilot program designed to help 25 SMEs in the Lake Geneva region strengthen their cybersecurity. The initiative combines expertise from leading cybersecurity providers and academic institutions.

Trust Valley launches Trust4SMEs to boost cybersecurity for Lake Geneva region SMEs

19 February 2025

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