ETH Board reaches decision in principle for a future-proof organisation and structure within the ETH Domain
At its meeting of 4/5 December 2024, the ETH Board reached a decision in principle…
SIFEM AG: Strategic objectives renewed
On 6 December, the Federal Council approved the strategic objectives of SIFEM AG for 2025–2028.…
How research creates products: Innovations with “Empa inside”
Research is essential, it enables progress and expands our ability to respond to new challenges.…
10 new professors appointed at ETH Zurich and EPFL
At its meeting of 4/5 December 2024 and upon application of the President of ETH…
Infrared detectors made from quantum dots – A keener eye for the invisible
From smart textiles to self-driving cars: Empa researchers are developing new types of detectors for…
Swiss scientific delegation meets with partners in Mexico and Colombia
Representatives of the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI), the Swiss National Science…
Sexual harassment in the workplace: New figures indicate further action needed
A recent study conducted by the Federal Office for Gender Equality (FOGE) and the State…
Parliamentary focus on VET
Politicians submitted 267 procedural requests on vocational education and training (VET) to the federal and…
Gross domestic product in the third quarter of 2024: Swiss economy sees below-average growth
In the third quarter of 2024, Switzerland's GDP adjusted for sporting events grew by 0.2%,…
Sanctions: Ordinance imposing Measures connected with the Situation in Ukraine
On 29 November 2024, the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) published an application form…