Consulate General of Switzerland in New York

Switzerland's unparalleled innovation and prestigious educational institutions consistently place it at the forefront of global rankings. Let's delve into our ongoing success in global metrics following the 2024 World Competitiveness Ranking. #InnovationNation #GlobalRankings #SwissEducation #SwissInnovation

Halbstark Baby – Baby Halbstark! Discover the raw essence of Swiss youth culture through the evocative photographs of former gang member Dieter “Igel” Ehrlich. The exhibition, organized in collaboration with Miriam Linna, former drummer of The Cramps and founder of NORTON RECORDS INC. and Kicks Books, had its opening last night. It features photographs from the book HALBSTARK BABY-BABY HALBSTARK!, recently published by Linna’s Kicks Books and will be on view from July 11-13 at FROSCH&CO art gallery. On Saturday, July 13 at 3pm we will host a conversation between Miriam Linna and Bruce Hackney (curator and U.S. manager for the Karlheinz Weinberger Stiftung) at FROSCH&CO. Linna and Hackney will discuss how the unique friendship of renowned Swiss photographer Karlheinz Weinberger and Dieter “Igel” Ehrlich worked to expose Swiss street life of the time. Come by and visit us!

Commemorate the 75th anniversary of the #GenevaConventions with "HUMANITY" by New York-based, Swiss photographer Henry Leutwyler! Until August 5, explore his meticulous portraits of humanitarian artifacts sourced from the collection of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum (Musée international de la Croix-Rouge et du Croissant-Rouge). Leutwyler's lens captures the essence of objects like first aid kits, a cannonball, and more, evoking powerful stories of humanity. 📍 Quai Wilson, Geneva 🔗 Learn more: https://ow.ly/M3AM50Sylg0 #RedCross #SwissArt #InternationalRedCross #PhotographyExhibition

Researchers at EPFL in #Switzerland have succeeded in directing floating objects around an aquatic obstacle course using only soundwaves. This groundbreaking technique, inspired by optics, could revolutionize drug delivery, making it noninvasive and super precise! #Innovation #Research

As the action of men's UEFA EURO 2024 unfolds in Germany, UEFA anticipates Women's Euro 2025 in Switzerland! Spanning from July 2-27 across eight venues, with St. Jakob-Park in Basel hosting the final, the tournament strives to exceed previous attendance figures. With a strong focus on #sustainability, it's expected to be the biggest edition yet, advocating for environmental responsibility alongside the celebration of women's football. #SportsDiplomacy #UEFA #Euro2025 #WomenInFootball

🇨🇭🌊 Meet Jessica Droujko, founder of Riverkin and advocate for water quality. Born along the Niagara #River and shaped by summers on the Ottawa River, Jessica's journey led her to Switzerland for her Master’s and doctorate studies at ETH Zürich. Her experience in Switzerland inspired the development of Riverkin, focusing on innovative solutions for environmental challenges. Today, her work continues to push boundaries in freshwater #ecosystem management. ⏬ #WomenInSTEM

We bid farewell to Aita Pult, our wonderful Head of Culture & Education at the Consulate General of Switzerland in New York. Over the past 4 years, we’ve realized countless incredible projects together, making a lasting impact through our public diplomacy efforts in NYC and beyond. Aita, your dedication and passion will be greatly missed. All the best in your new role as Deputy Head of Mission at the #Embassy of Switzerland in Athens. 🇨🇭🇺🇸 ➡️ 🇨🇭🇬🇷 #Thank you for everything! 🙌

Global skies are getting busier and maintaining high safety is vital. With the support of Innosuisse, Geneva-based SkySoft-ATM has developed a technology that uses AI to assist air traffic controllers. First stop: Switzerland, then the world! 🛫 Read more ⤵️!

#Switzerland's space sector is evolving with reduced rocket launch costs fostering new partnerships and broader applications. Increased standardization is shaping the industry's future. The launch of ETH Zürich's Specialized Master in Space Systems underscores our commitment to advancing in space technology. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/c7np50SpFBZ #SpaceTechnology #SwissInnovation

Synhelion a green tech company from ETH Zürich, has established DAWN, the world’s first industrial solar fuel plant in Germany. This pioneering facility uses sunlight to produce carbon-neutral fuels, aiming to replace traditional fossil fuels in industries like #aviation and #shipping. 🌞🔋 DAWN’s groundbreaking technology captures sunlight with mirrors, generating steam to power a reactor that creates liquid hydrocarbons. This sustainable solution promises to significantly reduce carbon emissions and help us move towards a greener future. Learn more about this revolutionary project! #Sustainability #GreenTech #SolarFuels #CarbonNeutral #Innovation