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Research infrastructures

With the advancement of multidisciplinary research projects and technologies, there is a growing need for high-performance research infrastructures in all scientific fields. The Swiss Confederation promotes Swiss participation in both national and international research infrastructures.

Swiss Participation in International Research Infrastructures

Switzerland is a member of the following research organisations:

Swiss Roadmap for Research Infrastructures

The Swiss Roadmap for Research Infrastructures provides a comprehensive overview of the status and development of national and international research infrastructures. It is updated by SERI every four years and serves as the basis for the Federal Council Dispatch on the Promotion of Education, Research and Innovation (ERI Dispatch).

European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures – ESFRI

The European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) seeks to ensure open and competitive access to world-class European research infrastructures. Switzerland supports this active networking with European partners.

State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation SERI