Cluster: Science

Swiss-funded study finds cows are smarter than originally thought

This content was published on Jan 20, 2026 A Swiss-funded study reveals cows can use tools, challenging stereotypes.

Strong solar storm causes northern lights in Switzerland

Space research

Strong solar storm brings Northern Lights in Switzerland

This content was published on Jan 20, 2026 A strong solar storm brings rare green auroras to Switzerland.

Drones to detect water stress in Swiss forests

Climate adaptation

Drones used to detect drought stress in Swiss forests

This content was published on Jan 19, 2026 Swiss researchers have used drones to investigate how native tree species are responding to climate change.

The foundation Schweizer Tafel saved 8,500 tonnes of food from going to waste last year.

Climate solutions

Swiss food bank saves 8,500 tonnes of food from going to waste

This content was published on Jan 19, 2026 Last year the Schweizer Tafel food bank saved around 8,500 tonnes of food from going to waste and provided it to people in need. This represents an increase of 11% compared to 2024.

Glaciers & permafrost

The beneficial effect of avalanches on Alpine glaciers

This content was published on Jan 18, 2026 Avalanches help many glaciers survive longer in the face of climate warming, according to an international study.

Ski resorts are suffering from a lack of snow

Climate adaptation

Warmer winters threaten southern Swiss ski resorts

This content was published on Jan 16, 2026 Ski resorts in the southern Swiss canton of Ticino suffer acutely from lack of snow.

New treatments

Science podcast: cracking the Alzheimer’s code

This content was published on Jan 16, 2026 In episode 2 of the Swiss Connection science podcast, we explore the latest treatments for Alzheimer's disease.

Healthcare innovation

Lausanne hospital skin factory races to save Crans-Montana fire victims

This content was published on Jan 15, 2026 Lausanne University Hospitals (CHUV) skin tissue factory races to create grafts for Crans-Montana fire victims.

The state of biodiversity in Switzerland remains low and unsatisfactory

Climate adaptation

Loss of biodiversity in Switzerland slows but still worrying

This content was published on Jan 15, 2026 Biodiversity loss in Switzerland has slowed but remains troubling according to a new study.

Private flights to the WEF in Davos GR on the rise, according to Greenpeace

Emissions reduction

Greenpeace reports sharp rise in private jets to WEF in Davos

This content was published on Jan 15, 2026 Greenpeace reports a rise in private jet flights to Davos during WEF, raising climate concerns.

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