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European Research Area International cooperation …

Digital Europe Programme now open to Switzerland

The Digital Europe Programme (DEP) is now open to Swiss stakeholders for the first time. This gives them the opportunity to play an active part in shaping Europe's digital future.
Brita Bamert
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VPET system International cooperation

Deepening scientific dialogue with the Gulf States

In May 2025, State Secretary Martina Hirayama led a scientific delegation to Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The trip had two main objectives: to nurture existing contacts in education, research and innovation and explore new avenues for cooperation.
Mia Mader
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Research and innovation policy Quantum …

Multilateral Dialogue on Quantum – the importance of entanglement

Since 2022, a group of countries, including Switzerland, have been meeting twice a year as part of a ‘Multilateral Dialogue on Quantum’. The aim is to identify the needs of research and innovation stakeholders in the field of quantum information science and technology (QIST) and to reach consensus on guiding principles and values. The last meeting took place in Brisbane (Australia) in March 2025.
Loïc Fave
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Research and innovation policy International cooperation

Tailored research and innovation funding instruments to foster collaboration with the MENA region

On behalf of the Swiss government, the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO) is fostering the cooperation in education, research and innovation with partners in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) since 2017.
Mira Stocker
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Opinions Space sector European cooperation …

Celebrating ESA’s 50th anniversary

The ESA will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2025. Looking back on countless milestones, it is now preparing itself for a challenging future. The ESA has positioned Europe as a global leader in the space sector. A founding member, Switzerland has been both a contributor and beneficiary in this development.
Renato Krpoun
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Research organisations …

ESDI: technology-intensive research for the space sector and beyond

On 27 May, the official opening ceremony of the European Space Deep-Tech Innovation Centre (ESDI) will take place at the Paul Scherrer Institute in Villigen (AG). The ESDI will support and accelerate the development of innovative space technologies and make them available for commercial use.
Martina Schwab
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Erasmus+ Mobility …

France is the most popular destination country for HES-SO students

Spending time abroad during their studies allows young people to develop their intercultural, linguistic and technical skills. The International Relations Office at HES-SO advises students on opportunities to work and study outside of Switzerland. In this interview, Lucile Candaux tells us more about her work.
François Donnet
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Working at SERI

Working at SERI: Ramona Kunz

Gain insight into the work of SERI: Ramona Kunz is a project manager in the Professional Education Unit.
Simone Keller