{"id":21849,"date":"2024-01-08T16:01:29","date_gmt":"2024-01-08T15:01:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ggba.swiss\/?p=21849"},"modified":"2024-01-08T16:01:30","modified_gmt":"2024-01-08T15:01:30","slug":"empa-pioneering-materials-science-and-technology-research-in-switzerland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ggba.swiss\/en\/empa-pioneering-materials-science-and-technology-research-in-switzerland\/","title":{"rendered":"Empa, pioneering materials science and technology research in Switzerland"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, stands at the forefront of advanced materials and technology research. Embedded within the bustling activity of Switzerland&#8217;s vibrant research landscape, Empa dedicates itself to bridging the gap between cutting-edge scientific research and practical implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2022, Empa&#8217;s researchers and engineers published over 860 scientific papers and patented 18 developments, while managing over 100 SNSF-funded projects, nearly 90 Innosuisse projects, and about 70 EU projects. These efforts, supported by almost CHF 60 million in third-party funding, have been pivotal in maintaining Empa&#8217;s status as a leader in materials science and technology. Additionally, Empa\u2019s 34 spin-offs and start-ups housed in its two business incubators employ approximately 1,100 people, showcasing its significant impact on the innovation ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Empa Materials Science and Technology  (What Is Series)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kMiPcVhjDUQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From a testing institute to a research powerhouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Empa\u2019s journey began in 1880 in the cellars of Zurich\u2019s Federal Polytechnical School, initially focusing on quality tests for construction materials. Under Ludwig von Tetmajer&#8217;s direction, it evolved into a comprehensive testing institute, expanding into fuel testing and textile testing, and later into a wide array of scientific disciplines. Relocating to D\u00fcbendorf in 1962 and subsequently expanding to St. Gallen and Thun, Empa has consistently adapted its focus, culminating in its current status as a world-renowned institute in materials science and technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Empa&#8217;s motto, &#8220;Materials and Technologies for a Sustainable Future,&#8221; serves as a guiding light towards developing sustainable solutions through science and technology. With a focus on creating a circular economy and preserving natural resources, the institution\u2019s mission is to forge paths for future generations. This commitment is further evidenced by their comprehensive mission statement, which outlines their goals, values, and culture, driving towards a sustainable and prosperous tomorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leading in climate and energy goals<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Empa actively works to minimize its ecological footprint, adhering to sustainability principles defined in the Brundtland Report. Its environmental goals align with Swiss federal initiatives, aiming for &#8216;Net Zero&#8217; emissions by 2030. Empa\u2019s commitment to environmental stewardship extends beyond its own operations, as it seeks to lead in sustainable practices and solutions. 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