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Building Bridges, Expanding Horizons
The School for Transdisciplinary Studies has been broadening UZH’s interdisciplinary curriculum for half a decade – time to celebrate! -
Learning from Children
UZH students mentor children and teenagers from socially disadvantaged backgrounds – and learn what children need to grow and thrive. -
Witnessing the formation of moons
NASA's Webb Telescope is investigating the formation of moons around a massive planet. An UZH team is studying the chemical composition of a disc believed to be the basis of new moons. -
Tricky Tumors
Brain tumors exploit the body’s immune system for their own benefit. Neurosurgeon Jenny Kienzler is researching ways to prevent this. -
Using AI Responsibly
Artificial intelligence (AI) is permeating more and more areas of life. Scientists at the University of Zurich (UZH) are developing new solutions, but they are also highlighting the consequences for our society. -
Lifelong Motor Function Development
UZH researchers found that strength and coordination decrease dramatically with age, but fine motor skills of our hands and fingers do not. -
Under Pressure
How do we cope with life’s pressures, both personally and as a society? Find out in the latest issue of the UZH Magazin. -
A More Joined-Up Approach
In a seminar at the UZH Center for Crisis Competence, students work across disciplines to identify concrete solutions to urban conflicts. -
Clear Majority of Swiss Media Professionals Use AI Tools – But Have Reservations
A vast majority of media professionals in Switzerland use AI tools in their day-to-day work but do so mostly to support their tasks rather than produce content. -
“UZH is playing a pioneering role throughout Switzerland”
The Med500+ project aims to create significantly more places to study medicine. At the same time, the medical curriculum will be reformed. -
Largest-Ever Cosmological Simulation
The Euclid mission has published the most extensive simulation of the cosmos to date. The modeling was based on algorithms developed at UZH. -
Optimizing Use of Space for Research, Teaching and Work
Measuring space utilization will provide UZH with the evidence-based data it needs to plan its spaces more efficiently and in a more user-oriented manner. -
Leadership and Management Concern Everyone
Good leadership is a crucial ingredient in achieving shared goals. This is why UZH provides its staff with a wide range of opportunities to acquire and develop leadership and management skills. -
Half of Swiss Population Wary When AI Reports on Science
According to the 2025 Science Barometer survey conducted by UZH, most people also support scientific research and condemn attacks on science. -
Encoding Experiences in the Brain
Rosa Cossart receives the Koetser-Prize for her work on brain development and its impact on adult brain function. -
How Climate Change Influenced the Blatten Landslide
At a recent conference, UZH researcher Christian Huggel presented new findings on the link between the Blatten landslide and climate change. -
Stem Cells Repair Mouse Brains Post-Stroke
Stem cell transplantation can reverse stroke damage. Its beneficial effects include regeneration of neurons and restoration of motor functions, marking a milestone in the treatment of brain disorders. -
“Headwinds have been a constant presence in my work”
Legal scholar Saskia Stucki, recipient of this year’s Swiss Science Prize Latsis, discusses animal rights and legal developments in the Global South. -
UZH Strengthens Interdisciplinary Studies
UZH is launching several new interdisciplinary study programs in the Fall Semester of 2025. -
Watching the Brain Learn
Modern imaging technology is improving our understanding of how the brain works. In the long term, this will help us treat learning disorders, among other things. -
UZH Device Searches for Light Dark Matter
Superconducting sensors can detect single low-energy photons. Researchers have now used this capability to search for light dark matter particles. -
Back in European Business
Two ERC Starting Grants were awarded to UZH scientists, as researchers based in Switzerland are once again eligible for Horizon Europe funding. -
Operating with a Robot
José Oberholzer was one of the first worldwide to perform organ transplants using robotic assistance. He now mentors the next generation of surgeons. -
When AI Meets Ancient Rome
Researchers in classical studies have developed a tool that creates AI images of antiquity that are grounded in history, offering fresh perspectives. -
Think Big
How can Switzerland continue to grow as a leading hub for science-based innovation? High-profile leaders from the economy, science and politics gathered at an event organized by the Deep Tech Nation Switzerland Foundation at UZH to discuss this challenge. -
What Phở and Christmas Cookies Have in Common
In its new exhibition “Symphởny of Spices”, the Ethnographic Museum at the University of Zurich explores the complex ancient and modern connections between Cinnamon, star anise and cardamom – tracing their journey from local fields to the global marketplace. -
Share of Female Professors Reaches 30%
The share of female professors at UZH climbed to a new high in 2024, surpassing the 30% mark for the first time. Among assistant professors, this figure stood at 50%. -
“The value for money is unbeatable”
Patrik Beetz, the general manager of the UZH cafeteria portfolio, shares what he himself likes to eat and reveals what new changes he is planning in the interview below. And readers have chance to win a cafeteria voucher. -
Watching How Stars Come into Being
Pictures provide new insights in astrophysics. Simulations of cosmic events are used to study the formation of stars, planets and galaxies. -
The Google Maps of Cell Analysis
Apricot BIO, a University of Zurich spin-off, developed a process that quickly determines the right medication for cancer patients. -
You’ve guessed it!
A varied quiz journey through the various research fields of UZH required a lot of stamina – here are the solutions. Congratulations to all winners! -
Falling Ice Drives Glacial Retreat in Greenland
When an iceberg calves, huge chunks of ice break off at the end of the glacier. These trigger high waves on the surface and underwater, pushing warmer sea water upwards. This accelerates the melting of the ice masses. -
Off Balance
Uncertainty can weigh us down, but it can also serve as an opportunity to learn new things, say sinologist Polina Lukicheva and economist Philippe Tobler. -
AI Meets CRISPR for Precise Gene Editing
The powerful new method opens the door to more accurate modeling of human diseases and lays the groundwork for next-gen gene therapies. -
Gorillas Move Between Groups
When female gorillas move to a new social group, they seek out groups with familiar females and avoid males they grew up with. -
Economic Success and Ethical Supply Chains Are Not Mutually Exclusive
Do supply chain due diligence laws harm the economy? A recent study found no long-term economic disadvantages for firms subject to such regulations. -
Preterm Infants More Likely to Experience Delayed Language Development
Differences in early language development, which is key to later communication skills, social interaction and academic success, emerge during infancy. -
Around the World in 14 Questions
This summer, our popular quiz is all about time and travel. We hope you enjoy your virtual journey through the world of UZH, and we wish you a relaxing summer break. -
Wounded Rainforest
Alexander Damm-Reiser uses satellite data to analyze the impact of companies on biodiversity, ecosystems and environmental damage. -
How Did Complex Life Evolve?
Fungi, plants, animals and humans are made of eukaryotic cells. These cells evolved at a late stage in the evolution of life. -
Swiss Genome of the 1918 Influenza Virus Reconstructed
Researchers discovered that the virus already had key adaptations to the human host at the beginning of the world's deadliest influenza pandemic. -
Biomedicine Inspires at Osaka Expo
Stem cell researcher Melanie Generali shares how UZH scientists brought high-tech medicine to the public at the Expo in Osaka – without resorting to jargon. -
Mapping Disease Across the Globe
Thomas Van Boeckel investigates environmental factors, global patterns of infectious disease and antibiotic resistance in order to better combat these issues. -
“Antibiotic resistance is a global problem like climate change”
Biochemist and microbiologist Markus Seeger explains why international, multidisciplinary exchange is key in the fight against AMR. -
A Faster Path to Tailor-Made Voting Advice
An algorithm developed by computer scientists at UZH aims to enhance the quality of voting advice provided on the Smartvote online platform. -
False Heroes and a Disappearing Soldier
Roland Meyer studies how our perception of images is shifting in the digital world and why the political right loves AI-generated imagery. -
“The trade war is a serious test”
Economist Ralph Ossa served as Chief Economist of the WTO in Geneva for two and a half years. Since early July, he has been back at the University of Zurich. -
Schrödinger’s Legacy
One hundred years ago, the foundations of quantum mechanics were laid at the UZH, among other places, enabling numerous technological innovations. -
Baby talk – a human superpower?
Humans from different cultures use a form of child-directed speech. However, it appears that this characteristic is far from prevalent in non-human great apes. -
Contrary and Audacious
In the 1970s, women founded their own publishing companies, explored new ways of writing and dared to rebel against the patriarchy. -
A High-Resolution View of Cancer Cells
Today’s most advanced instruments can peer deep into living cells, helping researchers study diseases such as cancer and improve therapies. -
Committed to a European Perspective
As members of the Una Europa Student Board Ladina Bischof and Lars Weidinger can make a true difference as students. -
Surgery as a “Conversation with Nature”
A tribute to M. Gazi Yaşargil, the iconic pioneer and father of microneurosurgery, who passed away shortly before his 100th birthday. -
“I’ve spent half my life at UZH”
Twenty-one-year-old Maximilian Janisch defended his PhD thesis today. In this interview, the mathematician reflects on his time at UZH and shares his plans for the future. -
“ADHD is complex. There are no black and white answers.”
Molecular neuroscientist Edna Grünblatt uses stem cells from individuals with ADHD to investigate how certain neurons in the brain develop and how medication works. -
The Downside of Part-Time Work
With her ERC Advanced Grant the UZH labor geographer Karin Schwiter plans to study the problem of underemployment in Switzerland, the UK and the Netherlands. -
Visit UZH in Japan, virtually
At the Virtual World Expo 2025, visitors will have the opportunity to visit the city campus of the University of Zurich. The virtual experience was developed by the UZH Blockchain Center. -
Research Begins on Landslide in Blatten
A few days after the landslide in the Lötschental valley, remote sensing specialists from the University of Zurich (UZH) measured the debris cone from above. -
The Power of Images
Images can reveal cancer cells and visualize learning processes or environmental degradation. The latest UZH Magazin highlights the many ways in which UZH researchers are using images to generate knowledge. -
Oldest Diagnosis of Bone Infection in a Dinosaur
The dinosaur that graces the entrance of UZH's Natural History Museum perished in the mud. A severe bone infection didn't improve its odds. -
Zwingli, God and UZH
Five centuries since Huldrych Zwingli’s Bible study classes in Grossmünster, the church’s influence has declined. What’s the impact of theology on today’s society? -
Regulating Authorship Fairly and Transparently
UZH is introducing guidelines for authorship in scientific publications, thereby strengthening the standards of good academic practice. -
Equal Access to University Life
UZH aims to eliminate barriers faced by people with disabilities. An extensive internal consultation process has generated 18 measures to help achieve this goal. -
The Will for Peace
A recent panel discussion at UZH brought together voices from academia, diplomacy and humanitarian aid to explore how peace might be possible in a divided world – and what role scientists and researchers can play. -
“A more efficient process for disability accommodations benefits everyone”
Ulla Blume, the new head of the Disability Office, is moving forward with a project that aims to standardize and streamline the application process for reasonable accommodations. -
Back to the Roots
Knowledge of medicinal plants is communicated differently in African countries. A special exhibition at the Botanical Garden sheds light on traditional medicine in Uganda. -
Fungal Resistance in Wheat: Preserving Biodiversity for Food Security
Wheat production is threatened by a major fungal disease: yellow rust. UZH researchers have found traditional wheat varieties from Asia that harbor several resistance-conferring genes. -
Study Traces Transmission Routes in Largest Diphtheria Outbreak in Western Europe in 70 Years
Data from the outbreak indicate transmission routes along established migration pathways into Europe. Although rapid interventions successfully contained the outbreak, these strains continue to cause new infections. -
LGBTQIA+ Network at UZH Still Growing
For a little over a year now, LGBTQIA+ staff at UZH have been able to connect and build relationships through an in-house network. -
Korean Art is Making Waves
As a major exhibition at Museum Rietberg showcases the global success of contemporary Korean culture, a corresponding colloquium at UZH highlights centuries of cultural exchange. -
Intestinal Bacteria Influence Aging of Blood Vessels
Researchers have shown for the first time that intestinal bacteria and their metabolites contribute directly to vascular aging. -
43,000 Data Points against Melanoma
Every tumor is unique. In a new study, scientists from Zurich and Basel used advanced technologies to create individual profiles for precise tumor treatment. -
Your Best Friend’s Personality Can Shape Your Own
Students become more conscientious, open, and competitive when they spend time with friends who also exhibit these traits, according to the first study on how students’ personalities are shaped by their peers. -
With a Little Help from Friends Across the Globe
Universitas 21 fosters collaboration between universities. In a time of mounting pressures on academic freedom, peer-to-peer exchange is crucial. -
Götz Prize 2025
Jana Ellegast from the Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology and Jiang-An Yin from the Institute of Neuropathology at the University Hospital Zurich have been awarded this year’s Georg Friedrich Götz Prize. -
Live View: Stress-Induced Changes in Generations of Cancer Cells
Drugs that affect DNA replication, or radiation that causes direct DNA damage, lead to increasingly diverse offspring over multiple cell generations. This increases the tumor’s genetic complexity and facilitates the development of resistance to therapy. -
Advocating Bold Research in Turbulent Times
UZH celebrated its 192nd birthday and presented 26 honors at this year’s Dies academicus. Councilor of States Tiana Angelina Moser delivered the keynote address and spoke about the relationship between science and politics. -
Study in Europe, Stay in Zurich
Thanks to the Una Europa alliance, UZH students can now easily add individual modules from other universities to their studies. -
“We’re in the second quantum revolution”
Erwin Schrödinger laid the foundation for quantum mechanics at UZH 100 years ago. We met with UZH physicist Titus Neupert to discuss quantum computers, new sensors and the stability of tables. -
“I want to rouse enthusiasm”
Biodiversity expert Florian Altermatt is the recipient of this year’s UZH Teaching Award. In the portrait below, he tells why he makes students count birds on Lake Zurich and divulges what that has to do with Pokémon. -
UZH Awards Eight Honorary Doctorates
The University of Zurich has awarded honorary doctorates to historian Amy Nelson Burnett, legal philosopher Elisabeth Holzleithner, academic economist Laura Starks, linguist Elisabeth Gülich, conservationist Paula Kahumbu, theologian Herman Johan Selderhuis, banking expert Christian Rahn and horse trainer Fredy Knie Jr. -
How Plants Communicate with Each Other
A new exhibition on plant communication marks the inclusion of botany at the University of Zurich’s Natural History Museum. -
Dual Associations with Two Fungi Improve Tree Fitness
Tree species that form symbioses with two different types of mycorrhizal fungi cope better with water and nutrient scarcity. -
More Sustainability, Less Moral Preaching
If Switzerland and the EU want to become carbon-neutral by 2050, they need to overcome ideological rifts in business, politics and society. -
Multilingual Switzerland
Switzerland long ago stopped being a quadrilingual country. It is now a multilingual one. A new book – subtitled “Languages and Space in Switzerland” – analyzes this shift and illuminates linguistic diversity in Switzerland. -
UZH Alumni to support nine young talents
The Research Talent Development Fund (FAN) of UZH Alumni allocated total of CHF691,000 to projects ranging from cancer research to ethical corporate governance. -
Poisoned Bodies
Many rare diseases affect the body’s metabolism. The URPP ITINERARE explores these diseases with the aim of developing new therapies. -
Saving Miles
Rocco Bagutti analyzed researchers’ travel behavior for his Master’s thesis. His study has been recognized with a semester award. -
500,000 Francs for Pioneering Research
The Gretener-Thürlemann Prize at the University of Zurich is awarded in its first year to researchers in the field of translational/clinical medicine. -
Natural Substitute for Pesticides
Chemical pesticides are becoming less and less effective. UZH plant immunologists are exploring a promising alternative that originates in the plants’ own natural defenses. -
Digital Assistant for Cancer Treatment
AI has the ability to advance precision cancer treatment by using data to predict the course of the disease with greater accuracy. This saves resources and precious time. -
Einstein’s Theory of Relativity Put to the Test
Using a set of extremely accurate atomic clocks in space, the ESA experiment ACES was launched into space last week and is expected to deliver data soon. -
Personality Traits Shape Our Prosocial Behavior
Why do some people do more for the community than others? A new study now shows that personality traits such as extraversion and agreeableness correlate with volunteering and charitable giving. -
Navigating a Sea of Data
Processing, storing and ensuring access to large amounts of data is becoming increasingly important for many researchers. The Data Stewards Network at UZH is there to help them find their way through the data jungle. -
Much More Prevention Needed
Sexualized violence is present in all areas of society. The National Day Against Sexual Harassment in Higher Education, which takes place on April 29, aims to raise awareness. -
Current AI Risks More Alarming than Apocalyptic Future Scenarios
Most people are generally more concerned about the immediate risks of artificial intelligence than about a theoretical future in which AI threatens humanity. This is shown by a new study from the University of Zurich. -
Embracing Diversity, Shaping the Future
The UZH Annual Report shows how diverse talents and perspectives lead to new ideas and future-oriented solutions. -
Retinal Clues to Mental Health
A new study has shown that evidence of genetic susceptibility to schizophrenia can be found in the retina. This finding could help improve the early detection of the disorder. -
“A colonial ruler in trouble”
Europe is a major trading partner for India. And yet, India doesn’t see its future in the Old Continent, says Indian studies scholar Nicolas Martin. The country is particularly sensitive to criticism coming from the West. -
“Europeans must have confidence in the future”
To be able to play up its economic strengths against China and the US, Europe should aim to eliminate barriers in its internal market and not try to regulate everything down to the smallest detail. -
A Clear Thinker with Sharp Wits
Lawyer and UZH alumna Cordelia Bähr was the legal brain behind the landmark lawsuit brought by the KlimaSeniorinnen organization before the European Court of Human Rights. -
New Urine Test for Prostate Cancer Screening
In the future, a simple urine test could detect early-stage prostate cancer. In this interview, the developers tell the story of their invention. -
Towards a Quicker Diagnosis
Medical student Marlene Münger devoted her Master’s thesis to the topic of diagnosing congenital immune deficiencies. She received a semester award for her achievement. -
Major Award for CERN Experiments
Four experiments at the Large Hadron Collider particle accelerator at CERN have been awarded the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics. UZH researchers are significantly involved in two of the prize-winning experiments. -
China-Europe relations
As the EU distances itself from China, Switzerland is forging closer ties with the country, says sinologist Simona Grano. Europe’s future relations with China will be shaped by security concerns. -
"A lot of work, but it pays off"
What does it take for persons with mobility, visual or hearing disabilities to be able to study at a university? Three people with disabilities reported on their university experiences in the UZH Accessible workshop series. -
“Let’s be generous!”
UZH boasts a wide and interdisciplinary range of study programs. The curriculum is now set to become even more attractive and offer even more opportunities to students. -
Achieving More Together
In this series, we shine a light on UZH members dedicated to sharing knowledge, helping others and building a community on UZH’s campuses. -
Bonobos Combine Calls in Similar Ways to Human Language
Bonobos – our closest living relatives – create complex sequences of sounds that resemble human word combinations. A new study by researchers from the University of Zurich and Harvard University challenges the uniqueness of human communication. -
Investing in Early Years
Schools should offer all children the same opportunities. However, things don’t always work out this way. Education researcher Kaspar Burger looks at the reasons why, and what could be done to increase equal opportunities. -
UZH Appointed as Leading House Asia Pacific
Under a mandate from the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI), UZH will promote and foster cooperation in research, education and innovation between Switzerland and the Asia-Pacific region. -
A Step into a New Space Age
On board the private spaceflight mission Fram2, the Space Genomics experiment of the University of Zurich launched today. -
“Schools reproduce inequality”
What should schools be doing to ensure that our kids can learn successfully and develop positively? In this interview, educational scientists Katharina Maag Merki and Roland Reichenbach share their views. -
Students Develop Bacterium to Protect Plants
Students at UZH developed a bacterium that can protect plants from negative environmental influences – and won the prize for Best Sustainable Development Impact at the international iGEM competition for synthetic biology. -
The Cosmos on the Blackboard
A mysterious phenomenon that’s steadily driving our universe apart, dark energy is almost impossible to grasp. Using new measurement techniques, astrophysicist Marcelle Soares-Santos attempts to shed light on the darkness. -
The Devastating Human Impact on Biodiversity
Humans are having a highly detrimental impact on biodiversity worldwide. Not only is the number of species declining, but the composition of species communities is also changing. These are the findings of one of the largest studies ever conducted on this topic. -
The Strength of a United Europe
Europe currently faces challenges on multiple fronts: internally from populism, and externally from China and the US, which under Trump could go from partner to rival. How can Europe respond? -
Conceptualizing the Virgin Mary
Maria 1.0 is an initiative run by Catholic women who promote traditional female roles in the Church – roles shaped by faith. Alexandra Probst analyzed the initiative in a term paper. -
“The Court should be there for the people”
UZH professor Alice Margaria's research shows that the European Court of Human Rights often neglects its responsibilities when it comes to discrimination against non-traditional families. -
Decoys Restore Antiviral Immune Defense
Defects in the immune system are caused by antibodies that inhibit important defense proteins. UZH researchers have now generated "decoy molecules" that can intercept these autoantibodies. -
Every Tenth of a Degree Helps
In many regions, the “eternal ice” of the glaciers will not survive beyond the 21st century – with fatal consequences for millions of people, reports the UZH-based World Glacier Monitoring Service. -
Europe’s Future
What will it take for Europe to succeed? The latest issue of the UZH Magazin explores this question, drawing on UZH researchers' global insights. Europe needs to get its act together if it wants to tackle major issues. -
Euclid reveals cosmic wonders
Data from the Euclid mission is providing an unprecedented glimpse into the structure and expansion of the universe – with the help of UZH researchers. -
Efficient Development of Drugs with Fewer Mice
With a novel technology, around 25 antibodies can now be tested simultaneously in a single mouse. This should speed up the R&D pipeline for new drugs and hugely reduce the number of animals required. -
Understanding Youth Violence
From family problems to lack of self-control to social disadvantage, the causes of youth violence are complex. We look at the reasons and what really helps people get back on track. -
Artificial Intelligence: Between Demons and God
An avatar priest, praying via app and artificial intelligence as a deity: UZH anthropologist Beth Singler researches the interplay between AI and religion. -
Promising Active Ingredient for Lupus Therapy
In lupus, the immune system attacks its own structures, causing inflammation and organ damage. A new study shows that natural active ingredient gluconolactone could offer a more targeted therapy. -
Swiss Women Had More Children at Start of Coronavirus Pandemic
A UZH study on the impact of pandemics on fertility reveals an unexpected increase in births during the COVID-19 pandemic, contrasting with the significant decline during previous ones. -
Equipping Children for Life
Parents only have a limited influence on their children’s development. In order to thrive, children above all need to feel safe and secure. Much of the rest happens on its own. -
New Spin-Offs with Innovative Technology
Detecting prostate cancer at an early stage, keeping transplantation organs viable for longer, or a lab that fits on a chip: these six spin-offs from UZH are bringing research ideas to the market. -
African Young Adults Balance Self-Determination and Communalism
A new study from the University of Zurich shows that the cultural influence on the transition to adulthood in sub-Saharan Africa is more communal and less self-centered than in Western contexts. -
A lively place for debate
The University of Zurich thrives thanks to its vibrant network and shared understanding. This series spotlights UZH members dedicated to fostering exchange. In the second part of the series, we visit our campuses on Irchel and in Schlieren. -
ChatGPT on the couch: relaxation for stressed AI
Distressing news and traumatic stories can cause anxiety – not only in humans, but also in AI language models. Researchers have now shown that an elevated “anxiety level” in GPT-4 can be “calmed down” using mindfulness-based relaxation techniques. -
Japanese order awarded to Christian Schwarzenegger
UZH Vice President Christian Schwarzenegger has been awarded the Order of the Rising Sun by the Japanese government. -
“A powerful voice in Europe”
UZH President Michael Schaepman has been elected as a new member of the board of directors of the League of European Research Universities (LERU). Here, he explains what objectives UZH is pursuing within this network of leading European universities. -
Young Star Clusters Give Birth to Rogue Planetary-Mass Objects
How do rogue planetary-mass objects form? An international team of astronomers used advanced simulations to show that these enigmatic objects are linked to the chaotic dynamics of young star clusters. -
Schizophrenia is Reflected in the Brain Structure
The symptoms of schizophrenia vary greatly from person to person. A new study shows how these differences manifest themselves in the structure of the brain. -
Rising Wages Drive Innovation in Automation Technology
A new UZH study shows for the first time that higher minimum wages for low-skill jobs drive firms to develop automation technologies. Rising wages for high-skill labor, in contrast, can hamper this effect. -
Journeying through History
How seabird excrement made history in the Caribbean – the term paper about this topic by history student Vivianne Rhyner received a semester award from UZH. -
Long-Term Research Funding
Seed money from the TRANSFORM funding stream will allow the university to establish lasting interdisciplinary research structures in the fields of classical studies, quality assurance in research, and immunotherapy. -
Getting to the Roots of Violence
Some regions of the world are dominated by violence, yet elsewhere people lead relatively peaceful lives. The political scientist Enzo Nussio is researching why this is the case and looking for strategies to make countries in Latin America more peaceful. -
Melting Glaciers Increase Loss of Freshwater Resources and Rise Global Sea Levels
The melting ice from glaciers worldwide is leading to an increased loss of regional freshwater resources. Since the year 2000, glaciers have been losing 273 billion tons of ice annually. -
Of Skulls and Polar Bears
The University of Zurich's wide-ranging collections serve as a valuable resource for scientific research. Establishing the origins of the objects and handling them with respect are key principles. -
Authority or Leniency?
Parents across the world raise their children in different ways. Researchers from UZH investigate how in the World Parenting Survey. -
Curbing the Global Spread of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Cases of bacterial sexually transmitted infections are on the rise worldwide. The University of Zurich has now developed a new method for genome sequencing and discovered a previously unrecognized strain of chlamydia -
“Keep a childlike curiosity”
At the Sparkling Research celebration, Vice President Elisabeth Stark handed out 12 awards as UZH honored exceptional accomplishments in research, innovation and academic career development. -
“We’re part of the heavens”
Andreas Losch and Matthias Wüthrich study issues around the exploration and utilization of space, and what it means for theology and humanity. -
Deeply Relaxed, Highly Focused
Three studies at the University of Zurich demonstrate that hypnosis alters activity in the large-scale functional networks of the brain. It also affects the neurochemical milieu of specific brain areas. -
Social Media Can Make You Happy
Young people spend a lot of their time on TikTok and other platforms. Yet this is no reason for parents to start panicking, according to the media researchers Sandra Cortesi and Daniel Süss. -
Omega-3s Can Slow Down Aging Process
A daily intake of one gram of omega-3s can slow down biological aging by up to four months, according to an analysis of clinical data from the international DO-HEALTH study led by the University of Zurich. For the first time, epigenetic clocks were used to measure the aging process. -
“Whoever controls Artificial General Intelligence, controls the world”
Artificial intelligence has been reshaping nearly every sector of the economy. In a lecture at UZH, Nobel laureate Daron Acemoğlu emphasized the need for proper regulation to reap the benefits of AI. -
Martin Nellen Appointed New Head of Communications at UZH
Martin Nellen has been appointed as the new Head of Communications at the University of Zurich (UZH). He will take up his role on 1 March 2025, succeeding Beat Müller, who has been heading the office on an interim basis since February 2024. -
Climate Change Increases Risk of Successive Natural Hazards in the Himalayas
An international research team reconstructed the Sikkim flood disaster in the Himalayas in October 2023 that triggered a deadly and devastating 20-meter flood wave. -
Leveraging Opportunities and Identifying Risks
UZH is updating its risk management and thereby improving the basis for successful strategic development. -
Committed to a Diverse Community
UZH stands out thanks to the wide range of people who work, study and conduct research here. We met with some of the people who strengthen our community and make our university a lively place for debate. -
Senate Reform
The Senate of the University of Zurich wants to play a more active role in matters of university-wide importance. It recently approved measures to achieve this goal.Der Senat der UZH will sich aktiver einbringen in Fragen von gesamtuniversitärer Bedeutung. Eine kürzlich beschlossene Reform kommt diesem Anliegen nach. -
Accessibility to Become Essential Part of University Culture
A workshop under the UZH Accessible project explored how to better embed accessibility in UZH culture. -
Cafeteria Food and Carbon Footprints
Decarb UZH is a strategic project that gives new momentum to achieving climate neutrality at UZH. The university is reviewing its current implementation strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as much as possible by 2030. -
The Neuropsychology of Happiness
Children need stimulation and attention for the healthy development of their brains. Neglect can have serious consequences for children’s health, as well as their ability to learn and form relationships. -
Global Trust in Science Remains Strong
Led by UZH and ETH Zurich, a team of 241 researchers conducted the largest post-pandemic study of trust in science, societal expectations and public views on research priorities. -
Germs and Kisses
Adrian Egli has devoted himself to microbes – all the bacteria, fungi and viruses that keep us alive but can also kill us. The industrious scientist is using AI and high tech to explore these pathogens. -
CHF 2 Million for Neonatology Research
Professor Martin Wolf has been awarded one of the coveted SNSF Advanced Grants 2023. His project to develop an imaging device capable of detecting hypoxia in premature babies will receive CHF 1.9 million of funding. -
Automatic Speech Recognition on Par with Humans in Noisy Conditions
Current ASR systems achieve remarkable accuracy and may even surpass human performance. While they need to be trained on an incredible amount of data, humans acquire comparable skills in less time. -
Not all Hot Jupiters orbit solo
Hot Jupiters are giant planets initially known to orbit alone close to their star. A team including the University of Zurich has just announced the existence of a planetary system, WASP-132, with an unexpected architecture. It contains not only a Hot Jupiter but also an inner Super-Earth and an icy giant planet. -
Legal Detective Work
Law student Leander Etter used data analysis to demonstrate the impact that language barriers are having on the work of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court. He received a semester award for his Master’s thesis. -
Beatings and Idolization
Back in the 18th century, philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau cast childhood in an entirely new light. His ideas inspired the thinking and writing of generations of authors. But happy childhoods are rarely encountered in literature. -
Rethinking Population Management in Zoos
Until now, zoos used contraception to avoid surplus animals. Scientists argue for preserving breeding populations and raising awareness of conservation challenges by allowing animals to reproduce naturally and culling surplus animals. -
Science That Made the News
UZH’s most successful media releases last year covered a wide range of topics – from meat consumption, Long Covid and fossils to new insights into chimpanzee culture. Each of these stories resonated internationally. -
AI Shifts Power
Machines are not yet capable of thinking like we do. But if artificial intelligence evolves further and does everything better than humans can, it raises questions about what that means for society and whether humans will stay in control. -
Disinformation, Democracy and the Digital Sphere
How should governments deal with disinformation in digital media? And what will it take to protect democracy? Media specialist Mark Eisenegger and legal scholar Florent Thouvenin set out some proposals in an interdisciplinary study.