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Working at SERI

Working at SERI: Stefania Cantoni

Gain insight into the work of SERI: Stefania Cantoni is a project manager in the recognition of professional qualifications unit.
Mia Mader
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Opinions Research facilities International cooperation …

The power of multilateral research: ITER

Pushing the boundaries of science and technology to solve the challenges of tomorrow sometimes requires nations to work together to achieve what no single nation can do alone. The construction of the ITER thermonuclear reactor is a perfect illustration of the advantages of multilateralism in research and innovation. Switzerland will resume its participation in this research infrastructure on 1 January 2026.
Michael Gerber
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Space sector Artificial intelligence …

Switzerland and Japan deepen ties in strategic scientific fields

From 29 September to 5 October 2025, State Secretary Martina Hirayama led a scientific mission to Japan to strengthen bilateral collaboration in education, research, and innovation. The mission highlighted Swiss-Japanese cooperation in key areas such as life sciences, space, AI and quantum science, including the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation in quantum science and technology.
Anne-Mai Do (Science & Technology Office Tokyo), …
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Opinions Swiss education landscape ERI policy …

The ERI sector makes a significant contribution to Switzerland's prosperity and Europe's competitiveness

What are the three biggest challenges facing the Swiss ERI landscape over the next 10 years? I recently addressed this question on the Swiss Science Council's blog to mark its 60th anniversary. Here are some of my thoughts.
Martina Hirayama
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Horizon Europe

The SwissCyber Initiative will strengthen Switzerland's digital resilience

Digital security is something that we all need to consider. Where do things stand with research and innovation in Switzerland – and how can we do better? The SwissCyber Initiative aims to give us a clear picture of cybersecurity research in Switzerland.
Nadia Schürch
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Opinions VPET system Digitalisation …

The Swiss education system is based on a collaborative partnership between the federal government, the cantons and social partners

What are the three biggest challenges facing the Swiss education system over the next 10 years? I recently addressed this question on the Swiss Science Council's blog to mark its 60th anniversary. Here are some of my thoughts.
Martina Hirayama
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VPET system Research infrastructures ERI policy …

Fresh impetus for research cooperation with South Africa

In September, Martina Hirayama, State Secretary for Education, Research and Innova-tion (SERI), visited South Africa with a scientific delegation. The purpose of the trip was to strengthen existing ties in education, research and innovation and to open up new avenues for cooperation.
Mia Mader
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Working at SERI

Working at SERI: Loïc Fave

Gain insight into the work of SERI: Loïc Fave is a scientific advisor in the Thematic oriented Research and Innovation unit.
Mia Mader