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As the most important network of experts for the engineering sciences in Switzerland, our goal is to further enhance Switzerland’s leading position in this field, and to help ensure that findings are translated into technologies and innovations for the benefit of the economy and society.

Digital trust: The invisible infrastructure of our future

Digitalisation Digital self-determination 23-09-25

Shape the future of technology with us – as Head of Tech Intelligence

Further topics 18-09-25

Gesundheit für Mensch und Unternehmen

Date: Tuesday, 11. November 2025 16:00

Location: Luma Westbau & schwarzescafé, Limmatstrasse 270, 8005 Zürich

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Foresight 12-09-25

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Tage der Technik 2025

Thursday, 25. September 2025 | 13:30

Empa, Dübendorf | Zürich

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AI Policy Summit 2025

Friday, 03. October 2025 | 09:00

ETH Zentrum Campus, HG F 30 (Audi Max) | Zürich

Artificial Intelligence

English

RegHorizon, ETH Zurich Centre of Law and Economics

Journée de la Quantique

Saturday, 18. October 2025 | 10:00

SwissTech Convention Center à l’EPFL, Lausanne | Waadt

Technology education | Further topics

English | French

EPFL

TecDay AME

Saturday, 25. October 2025 | 09:50

Aargauische Mittelschule für Erwachsene, Aarau

TecDays | Technology education

TecDay La Planta

Tuesday, 28. October 2025 | 09:00

Lycée Collège La Planta Sion

TecDays | Technology education

TecDay & TecNight Frauenfeld

Thursday, 06. November 2025 | 18:00

Kantonsschule Frauenfeld

TecDays | TecNights | Technology education

German

Gesundheit für Mensch und Unternehmen

Tuesday, 11. November 2025 | 16:00

Luma Westbau & schwarzescafé, Limmatstrasse 270, 8005 Zürich | Zürich

Food

German

SATW

Women in Engineering: Screw Perfection – Why I Chose Courage over Certainty

Wednesday, 19. November 2025 | 18:00

Supercomputing Systems AG, Technoparkstrasse 1, 8005 Zürich | Zürich

Technology education

English

SCS

TecDay Lugano 3

Friday, 21. November 2025 | 08:30

Liceo cantonale di Lugano 3

TecDays | Technology education

TecDay Hohe Promenade

Friday, 28. November 2025 | 09:00

Kantonsschule Hohe Promenade Zürich

TecDays | Technology education

Next-gen single-cell omics workshop

Friday, 05. December 2025 | 09:00

Hôtel Aquatis, Route de Berne 148, 1010 Lausanne | Waadt

Further topics

English

CSEM

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Digital trust: The invisible infrastructure of our future

Digitalisation Digital self-determination 23-09-25

Colourful wall art at the Alan Turing Institute

SATW study on "Digital Trust" presented at international conference in London

Digitalisation Digital self-determination 22-09-25

Shape the future of technology with us – as Head of Tech Intelligence

Further topics 18-09-25

Gold from whey: the Technology Outlook 2025 shows how Switzerland is turning waste into the future

Foresight 12-09-25

Artificial intelligence in SMEs: from hype to real help

Artificial Intelligence 03-09-25

Artificial intelligence: from digital tool to autonomous partner

Artificial Intelligence 29-08-25

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Our latest publications

Discover the new Technology Outlook 2025 here

Digital Trust pilot study

Why trust is becoming a decisive factor in the success of digital offerings.

Ready for your professional adventure in the fresh air?

Would you like to experience technology not only in the office, in the workshop and on the screen, but also outside in the real world? In this magazine, we present exciting...

CO₂ as a resource: opportunities for industrial defossilisation

In order to achieve Switzerland's climate targets, unavoidable emissions must not only be reduced but also utilised in a targeted manner - for example through Carbon Capture and...

Swiss STEM promotion is reaching its limits - real change requires a systemic approach

Abstract silhouettes of women on a green background

STEM promotion in Switzerland can only be fully effective if it is approached more strategically and broadly and is accompanied by progress in gender equality. This is shown by a...

High-tech to wear - How technology is changing our fabrics

What do space suits, light-up clothes and medical implants have in common? They are all made of textiles - but not just any textiles. The latest issue of Technoscope shows that...

Panorama 2024

How will we feed 10 million people in Switzerland – and 10 billion worldwide? SATW made food security its theme for 2024. One thing became clear: only with bold technologies,...

Orientation AI: Challenges and opportunities for Swiss SMEs

Artificial intelligence (AI) has long been part of everyday business life - even for Swiss SMEs. However, the path to actual application is often fraught with uncertainty. A new...

Cybersecurity - Security on the Internet

The internet connects us to the entire world, offering exciting possibilities but also significant risks. The latest issue of Technoscope takes a closer look at cybersecurity and...

Green hydrogen - a contribution to Switzerland's security of supply and decarbonisation

Hydrogen refuelling station with river in the background

The conversion of energy systems to climate neutrality and security of supply poses major challenges for Switzerland. Hydrogen has a special role to play in the efforts to...

Cyber Study 2024: protective measures are often neglected

The Cyber Study 2024 shows: Cybercrime is a serious threat for Swiss SMEs, IT service providers and private individuals - but many are hardly taking any protective measures.

Discussion paper: How safe should automated vehicles be?

Automated vehicles (AV) are expected to increase driving comfort and improve traffic flow. By handing over control and driving functions to a sophisticated technical system, they...

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