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Young scientists

SCNAT supports young scientists in their academic career. It sensitises them to the concerns of a good scientific culture and motivates them to adopt inter- and transdisciplinary research approaches to address complex societal issues. Scholarships enable research projects and awards attract the attention of young academics.

Engagements of SCNAT

Prix Schläfli
Award for the best doctoral students from Swiss universities. It promotes young talent and scientific excellence.
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Event series
MAP Young Faculty Meeting
The Young Faculty Meeting of the Platform MAP offers young researchers with a leading position at Swiss universities the opportunity to network with each other. In addition, they receive information
Young Faculty Meeting Chemistry
The event promotes scientific exchange and networking among young group leaders in chemistry.
Chemistry Travel Award
The Platform Chemistry and the Swiss Chemical Society support excellent doctoral students to participate in international conferences.
ACP Award
The award is granted by the Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics Commission to young scientists for outstanding PhD theses.
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Financial support
SCNAT provides financial support for member organisations and scholarships for early career researchers.
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Polar research

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Prix de Quervain

The prize for polar and high altitude research honours young researchers for outstanding Master, PhD or Postdoc theses.

Engagements of the member organisations

Contact

Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT)
House of Academies
PO Box
3001 Bern
Switzerland