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The publications of SCNAT and its network offer orientational knowledge on topics relevant to society and science policy. They provide clearly prepared research findings and inform about the current state of the art. SCNAT's publications are freely accessible and are free of charge.
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News
Fabrication of quantum amplifiers for quantum computation
YQuantum is developing next-generation quantum amplifiers—key components for reading extremely weak signals in quantum processors. Supported by a Quantum Voucher, the project enables high-precision measurements while preserving fragile quantum information. By accessing facilities at PSI’s PICO cleanroom, YQuantum is turning cutting-edge designs into real hardware and helping to strengthen a critical part of Switzerland’s quantum technology supply chain.
Image: SQI/YQuantum/PSI
Unsere Landschaften im Klimawandel: Wie verändern sie sich und wie gestalten wir sie für morgen?
16.4.2026 – In dieser Folge spricht Cornelia Eisenach mit der Geografin Elena Siegrist und dem Raum- und Landschaftsplaner Enrico Celio darüber, wie der Klimawandel unsere Landschaften verändert. Wie gestalten wir sie, damit sie ihre Funktionen weiterhin ausüben können und wir uns auch in Zukunft darin heimisch fühlen?
Image: Monique BorerSpotlight on climate in Switzerland 2026
Where does Switzerland stand in addressing climate change? The latest report from the Swiss Academies of Sciences (SCNAT) provides an answer to this question. It also assesses future risks associated with climate change and presents a wide range of scientifically proven, effective options for climate protection and adaptation.
Image: ProClimHigh-Precision Fiber Alignment and Packaging for Cryogenic Applications
The Spin Physics Lab at ETH Zurich is developing a robust photonic packaging solution for on-chip nano-optomechanical systems operating at cryogenic temperatures. The host of the required infrastrucure for the packaging process is SwissPIC.
Image: SCNAT/Swiss PIC/ETH ZürichInformationsdienst Biodiversität Schweiz IBS Nr. 193
Stärkerer Rückgang der Pflanzendiversität in tiefen als in hohen Lagen über ein Jahrhundert
Image: Forum Biodiversität Schweiz
Landscape News 03|2026
Klimawandel trifft Landschaft: Handlungswissen aus Praxis und Forschung, Veranstaltung zum Gebietsansatz RPG 2: Chance für die Landschaftsqualität – 11.06.2026, Save The Date! Young Academics Award 2026
Image: ikonautShaping Switzerland in the face of climate change
Climate change is changing landscapes – and with them, the services they provide for people and the environment. Which landscape services are strengthened or debilitated largely depends on political decisions and social practices. By engaging diverse stakeholders and sectors, an integrated landscape approach fosters sustainable solutions. Conflicting goals can be constructively managed, and synergies harnessed to safeguard landscape qualities and services. Local and regional projects demonstrate how this can be put into practice.
Image: SCNAT