Fostering international exchange
We connect Swiss universities, researchers and academics, fostering the international exchange of research and ideas.
For 25 years, we have promoted the visibility of Swiss Higher Education and Research Institutions through media outreach, collaborative events, partnerships, and exchange opportunities.
Sound academic connections are crucial to developing successful international research. Thanks to our quarter-century of expertise and direct connections in the world’s most innovative hubs, Swissnex provides a simple gateway to help Sacademic partners from Switzerland engage in competitive environments.
Ranging from standard informatin scouting to media & promotion, our activities in the field of academia include all essential services supporting Swiss Higher Education and Research institutions and researchers eager to go international.
We offer overall guidance on critical ecosystems and ensure the welcoming of delegations and study tours to allow researchers to discover the local higher education landscape.
Swissnex also offers a range of mobility opportunities in multiple locations for individuals at different stages of their careers, from students to staff. These opportunities are made possible through tailored partnerships with organizations such as the ZHAW and Movetia. Other examples of tailore-made programs are the ThinkSwiss scholarships and the NextStep program for Vocational and Educational Training (VET).
Another key strength of our approach is our ability to stay ahead of emerging trends and offer a platform for academicians to easily find each other and exchange ideas on the world’s most pressing research topics, such as Quantum technologies, AI, antimicrobial resistance, women in science, and thought leadership in times of crises.
Beyond simple one-off events, we aim to develop long-lasting communities and personalized conversations that enable participants to build stronger partnerships that align with their objectives.
Get in touch with our academic focal points in the Swissnex location you are targeting to gain immediate access to their insights:
Swissnex and Movetia are working together to facilitate and support mobility and cooperation projects outside of Europe for Swiss educational institutions. The six Swissnex main locations offer Movetia stakeholders a range of services, including matchmaking, workshops, scouting activities, and project facilitation.
Learn MoreThe NextStep program offers young graduates of the Swiss vocational and educational training (VET) internships abroad. The program was initiated by the cantons of Zurich and Vaud in collaboration with Swissnex. Financial support for their internships abroad is provided by Movetia, the national agency for the promotion of exchanges and mobility.
Read moreThe two ThinkSwiss Research Scholarship programs - Asia-Pacific and USA & Canada - open doors for students from these two regions to the world of Swiss academia, combining high-quality curricula with innovative thinking.
Through a collaboration with Swissnex, the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) works to internationalize its scientific and academic programs by offering its researchers and staff the opportunity to travel the globe to advance their research and connections.
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