Switzerland has once again been ranked the most innovative country in Europe, according to the European Commission's 2024 European Innovation Scoreboard. Switzerland thrived thanks to factors such as its research systems, human resources, firm investments, and intellectual assets. Learn more about the report: https://bit.ly/4cAN6BO #innovation #Switzerland
Embassy of Switzerland in the United States of America
Government Relations Services
Washington, D.C. 21,779 followers
About us
As the official representation of Switzerland, the embassy covers all matters concerning diplomatic relations between the two countries. It represents Swiss interests in the areas of political, economic and financial affairs, legal arrangements, science, education and culture. The embassy supports cooperation between Switzerland and the host country. In this respect, close contact with the respective ministries of economic affairs is important. Bilateral meetings organised by the embassy are used to strengthen relations between Switzerland and the host country. The embassy promotes the Swiss economy in the host country, Swiss exports and tourism. It establishes contacts with Swiss businesses and provides them with general information and legal advice concerning the economy of the host country. The embassy monitors the economic and political situation in the country and communicates developments that are of interest to Switzerland. The embassy fosters collaboration in the areas of science, technology and education with the aim of strengthening cooperation between the two countries in terms of research and innovation. It promotes the exchange of ideas between scientific institutions and universities. It also supports Swiss students in the host country and tries to encourage qualified students from the host country to study in Switzerland. In terms of culture, the embassy aims to promote mutual understanding in its work to implement Swiss cultural policy. It strengthens contacts with – and between – relevant cultural institutions of Switzerland and the host country, and also with artists, for example supporting Swiss artists who would like to show their work abroad. Events organised or supported by the embassy should highlight Switzerland's commitment to culture and help build bridges between different cultures. With regard to the media, the embassy acts as an interface between the Swiss government and the official representations in the host country.
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http://www.swissemb.org
External link for Embassy of Switzerland in the United States of America
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- Government Relations Services
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- Washington, D.C.
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2900 Cathedral Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20008, US
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2900 Cathedral Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008, US
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With July comes the season of summer school! The joint program of ZHAW School of Engineering and Grand Valley State University, focusing on the topics of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is currently taking place in Switzerland. As part of a combined summer school, the same group of students will then spend 2 weeks in Michigan. We wish you a great time studying in both countries. 🇨🇭📚🇺🇸
Derzeit findet die gemeinsame Summer School der ZHAW School of Engineering und der Grand Valley State University, zu den Themen Data Science und AI mit einer Gruppe von 20 Studierenden statt. Bereits zum elften Mal in Folge treffen sich Studierende aus verschiedenen Studiengängen und mit unterschiedlichem kulturellen Hintergründen, um zusammen Projekte zu entwickeln. Insgesamt verbringen die Studierenden vier Wochen in der Schweiz und den USA. Neben Inputs und Vorlesungen von eigenen Dozierenden gibt es Gastvorträge von Data Scientists von Amazon Web Services (AWS), Digitec Galaxus AG, der UBS und Comparis. Eine spannende Exkursion an die Universität Konstanz ergänzt den akademischen Input um eine praxisnahe Dimension. Dort unternehmen die Studierenden eine Führung durch den Imaging Hangar, in dem Biologie und Verhaltensforschung mit Datenwissenschaften kombiniert werden. Die Studierenden haben die Gelegenheit, die Power Wall zu sehen, den grössten hochauflösenden Bildschirm in Europa, der von der Gruppe Data Analysis and Visualization von Daniel Keim entwickelt wurde. Freitags und an den Wochenenden unternimmt die Gruppe aufregende Ausflüge. Auch die Nacht der Technik und der Frackumzug der Absolvent:innen der ZHAW School of Engineering sind ein Teil des Programms sowie Besuche des Rheinfalls und des Alpsteins. _______ The joint summer school of the ZHAW School of Engineering and Grand Valley State University on the topics of Data Science and AI is currently taking place with a group of 20 students. For the eleventh time in a row, students from different degree programmes and with different cultural backgrounds are coming together to develop projects. The students spend a total of four weeks in Switzerland and the USA. In addition to input and lectures from their own lecturers, there will be guest lectures from data scientists from Amazon Web Services (AWS), Digitec Galaxus AG, UBS and Comparis. An exciting excursion to the University of Konstanz adds a practical dimension to the academic input. There, the students take a guided tour of the Imaging Hangar, where biology and behavioural research are combined with data science. Students have the opportunity to see the Power Wall, the largest high-resolution screen in Europe, which was developed by Daniel Keim's Data Analysis and Visualisation group. On Fridays and at weekends, the group goes on exciting excursions. The "Nacht der Technik" and the ZHAW School of Engineering graduates "Frackumzug" are also part of the programme, as are visits to the Rhine Falls and the Alpstein. ZHAW: Patricia Heuberger, Martina Ruf, Manuel Dömer, Jonathan Fürst, Andreas Weiler und Jasmin Saxer GVSU: Ira Woodring, Rodd Lowell, Jonathan Leidig und Denton Bobeldyk, PhD
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Did you know Switzerland is considered one of the world's most important locations for medical technology? The Greater Zurich Area plays a major role. Compared to other leading European business locations, the Greater Zurich Area has the highest number of patents in #medtech technology in quantity and quality. Take a closer look at the map and learn about the medtech ecosystem in Switzerland and Zurich. bit.ly/45UQIMi
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Embassy of Switzerland in the United States of America reposted this
🇨🇭🧬[#LifeSciences] Drug discovery hotspots: So what makes #Switzerland so successful? “Geneva/Lausanne: West is best - Although it is a newer biohub than established places like Basel, the west of Switzerland boasts the EPFL, University of Lausanne - UNIL and the IMD. Biopôle Lausanne has been created to provide a focus for life sciences activity in the region. Nasri Nahas, CEO, Biopôle Lausanne, justifies his opinion that west is best when it comes to fostering drug discovery start-ups.” Drug Discovery World examined the regional focus of Switzerland’s life sciences industry, its infrastructure of bioparks, and how this foundation ensures Switzerland maintains its role as a global leader in drug discovery. ➡️ Part 1: https://lnkd.in/eiWPCQqf ➡️ Part 2: https://lnkd.in/eMYeGmi5 Thank you, Diana Spencer, for this detailed overview! 📍With an international network of experienced and passionate professionals, GGBa promotes Western Switzerland throughout the world. Invest in Switzerland Swiss Biotech Association BioAlps - Swiss Health Valley
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Embassy of Switzerland in the United States of America reposted this
🇨🇭 🎥 How does Switzerland maintain its leadership in science diplomacy? Excited to share the "On Record: Science Policy & Diplomacy" conversation with the Swiss Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Jacques Pitteloud, at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center. 🎯 Key insights on the pivotal role of #Switzerland in global #science #diplomacy and its impact on #international #relations. 🔬 Journey from Diplomacy to Science Integration We discussed how Switzerland’s commitment to #science and #innovation drives its diplomatic efforts and strengthens its #global #presence. 💡 The Role of Swissnex and Science Diplomacy Swissnex is a global network that fosters international collaboration in science, education, and innovation. It ensures Switzerland remains at the forefront of technological advancements and maintains strong academic-industrial ties globally. 🏛️ Building International Relations: The All-of-Government Approach to Science Diplomacy Ambassador Pitteloud highlighted the necessity of #integrating science within foreign policies, sharing insights on how Switzerland's dedicated science and technology offices within embassies enhance bilateral and multilateral engagements. The #Swissnex model serves as a #blueprint for #embedding scientific expertise within diplomatic missions worldwide. Full video here: https://lnkd.in/gf8paChR A big thank you to dear colleague Olivia Gachoud and the Embassy of Switzerland in the United States of America team for such fantastic science diplomacy collaborations and to Brendon Davis for the high quality video production & editing work. Merci vielmal! #ScienceDiplomacy #Innovation #Swissnex #Switzerland #Cooperation
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Switzerland consistently ranks highly in various global metrics and remains an economic powerhouse due to factors such as innovation, education, and quality of life. Learn about Switzerland's excellence in global rankings in Greater Geneva Bern area (GGBa)'s article: https://lnkd.in/gU86rCSq #Switzerland #innovation
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"Sustainability is part of everything we do," a sustainability manager for Zürich Tourism says. Switzerland's largest city, Zurich is on a mission and hopes to reach net zero for greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. 🇨🇭 🌱 Discover some of the #sustainability rules you'll come across in Zurich. ⬇
Zürich Takes Sustainability To The Next Level With Recycling And No-Car Pledges
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Tech companies are dominating the ranking of the world's most highly valued listed companies. However, three Swiss companies, Nestlé, Roche and Novartis also made it into the top 100 most valuable companies, according to EY's latest analysis. #SwissCompanies
Three Swiss firms among top 100 most valuable
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