“UZH should benefit from this momentum”
The Board of the University has elected economist Ralph Ossa to succeed Christian Schwarzenegger as Vice President Faculty Affairs and Scientific Information.
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Back to the Big Bang
UZH physicist Ben Kilminster designs the most precise parts of the enormous CERN detectors to look for flaws in the physical models used to explain the beginnings of the universe. -
“We’re watching”
Last week, Vice President Elisabeth Stark weighed in on a panel discussion about preventing abuses of power at the university. -
Uranus and Neptune might be rock giants
A team of researchers is challenging our understanding of the Solar System planets’ interior. The composition of Uranus and Neptune, the two outer most planets, might be more rocky and less icy than previously thought. -
Enjoy Your Meal!
From feasting to fasting, researchers at the University of Zurich are taking a close look at how we eat, what keeps us healthy and the ways in which the wrong food can harm us. The new UZH Magazin serves up fresh insights into the latest findings. -
Elephants, Giraffes and Rhinos Go Where the Salt Is
In some regions in Africa, large herbivores struggle to get enough sodium. As many of the continent’s protected areas are in regions where salt levels are low, this scarcity may also affect conservation efforts. -
Nine Research Groups Win ERC Funding
Amid the toughest competition to date, UZH researchers emerged remarkably strong, winning major support for ambitious projects across disciplines. -
Deciphering the Immune System Side by Side
For their research that has helped develop immunotherapies to combat various forms of cancer, Gordon Freeman and Arlene Sharpe are the laureates of the Gretener-Thürlemann Prize. -
Understanding China
As a collector, UZH alumnus Uli Sigg has shaped the course of Chinese contemporary art like no other. He is now passing on his knowledge as a visiting professor at UZH. -
The Courage to Make Ethical Decisions
It’s not always easy to judge what is ethically right. UZH gives students the opportunity to hone their ethical competence. -
Ralph Ossa Nominated as Vice President
On Monday, the Senate nominated Ralph Ossa to succeed the outgoing Vice President Faculty Affairs and Scientific Information, Christian Schwarzenegger. -
Sleepless in Dübendorf
Students spent 30 hours working meticulously on business ideas for space. The Starlab Space Mission Hackathon shows the level of networking that goes into UZH’s commitment to supporting cooperation between research and industry in the aerospace sector. -
Onward to Rome
Historian Sebastian Scholz argues that migration has always put society to the test. Here are five insights informed by the Migration Period and the early Middle Ages. -
Hope for Children in War-Torn Ukraine
UZH psychologist Naser Morina is bringing his expertise to the Nadija Foundation, an ambitious project in Ukraine that helps traumatized children rebuild their ability to trust. -
Ten SNSF Starting Grants for UZH Researchers
Ten UZH researchers have received a Starting Grant from the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) for projects that explore topics ranging from immune cells to visual toxicity. -
Landslides and Heavy Rainfall
Geographers are working to improve predictions of where natural hazards, such as landslides and floodings, could occur and what the impact will be. -
A Healthy Lifestyle, Long May It Last
Taking better care of your health and changing your lifestyle can be challenging. Psychologist Urte Scholz studies how to successfully adopt healthy habits. -
What Do Parents Actually Do at Work?
On National Future Day, UZH shows children where and how their parents work, highlighting the wide range of professions beyond research and teaching. -
Strengthening Global Supply Chain Management with AI and Mathematical Insight
Funded by a BRIDGE Discovery Grant, UZH physicist Nicola Serra and ETH mathematician Alessio Figalli plan to pair optimal transport theory with AI to fortify supply-chain weak spots. -
A Shared Future for Israelis and Palestinians
For peaceful coexistence, dialogue and greater mutual understanding are crucial. This was the conclusion of a lively discussion on the topic at UZH.