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Patenting in Life Sciences & Chemistry 2027

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I would like to draw your attention to our upcoming workshop, “Patenting in Life Sciences & Chemistry 2027.” This year marks the fifth edition of this successful event, organized by Life Sciences Switzerland (LS2) in collaboration with the Swiss Chemical Society and patent experts from the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property.

Designed specifically for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, the workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to intellectual property and patenting in the life sciences and chemistry sectors. Participants will gain valuable insights into patent strategy, intellectual property challenges in academia and start-up environments, as well as ethical considerations surrounding innovation and commercialization. The program also highlights career opportunities in intellectual property management and patent-related professions.

Previous editions have been highly successful, with participants consistently praising the relevance and quality of the workshop. Several attendees have even gone on to secure positions in patent offices and intellectual property-related roles.

Here you can find the main facts:

  • Date: 30 June & 1 July, 2027
  • Location: Centre Loewenberg, Murten
  • Format: Interactive workshop featuring 4–5 expert speakers covering different aspects of intellectual property and patenting
  • Duration and language: Two-day workshop conducted in English
  • Participation fee: CHF 415, including registration, workshop materials, catering throughout the event, and one night’s accommodation in a shared double room (Optional upgrade: Single-room accommodation available for an additional CHF 25 – paid directly by the participant.)
  • Registration period: 1 September 2026 – 30 March 2027
  • Organizers: Life Sciences Switzerland and the Swiss Chemical Society with the support of the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT).
  • All information here: https://meetings.ls2.ch/patenting-2027

—
Dr. Neringa Mannerheim
Scientific Officer
Life Sciences Switzerland – LS2
(Thursdays/Fridays out of office)
neringa.mannerheim@ls2.ch
www.ls2.ch

AI@UNIL Day, June 2, 2026

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The AI@UNIL Day is a research‑focused scientific event that brings together UNIL’s AI research community and AI experts from neighboring academic institutions. The event aims to showcase the breadth of AI research conducted at UNIL as well as within regional academic institutions.

More than a scientific meeting, it provides a space for exchange and collaboration, highlighting how artificial intelligence serves as a shared language across disciplines and strengthens connections both within UNIL and with the broader regional research ecosystem.

Through interdisciplinary dialogue and shared expertise, the AI@UNIL Day supports the emergence of new collaborative projects and promotes a dynamic, responsible, and inclusive approach to AI research.

More information on: https://ai-day.unil.ch/

Seeking Evaluators for “PIs of Tomorrow” Session at LS2 Annual Meeting 2026

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Dear Postdocs, Postdoc Associations and Colleagues,

We are contacting you as the organizing committee of the “PIs of Tomorrow” session at the upcoming LS2 Annual Meeting 2026 in Zurich (https://annual-meeting.ls2.ch/2026/specials/pis-of-tomorrow).
The “PIs of Tomorrow” session offers postdocs interested in pursuing an academic career the unique opportunity to present a plenary talk, modelled after a professorship interview seminar. A multidisciplinary panel of professors will evaluate the finalists during this session.
We are currently seeking evaluators to assist in the critical process of reviewing and selecting the finalists. Your expertise and input will be invaluable in this selection process.
As an evaluator, your responsibilities will include:
Evaluating up to 3-4 applications: Each application consists of a cover letter (1 page), a research plan (max. 3 pages), a graphical abstract (1 page), and an SNSF CV (max. 3 pages).
Assigning points based on an evaluation form: Points will be awarded for criteria such as quality, novelty, impact, research output, collaborations, and mobility. The results from all evaluators will be compiled into a final spreadsheet.
The evaluation period will take place from end of October to November 23, 2025.
If you are interested in contributing as an evaluator for the “PIs of Tomorrow” session, please follow the link below to sign up.

Deadline to sign up: October 6th
https://forms.gle/wef6qHgHhM1e62fS8

Many thanks for your consideration and help!

Sincerely,
Chairs of “PIs of Tomorrow”
Dr. Monika Gjorgjieva (University of Geneva)
Dr. Ana Ricardo da Costa Xavier (University of Basel)
Dr. Carina Osterhof (University of Fribourg)
Dr. Manon Guivier (University of Fribourg)
&
LS2 Scientific Officers and organizers of the LS2 Annual Meeting 2026 (info@ls2.ch)
Dr. Lalita Oparija-Rogenmozere and Dr. Neringa Mannerheim

IDEAS COMPETITION 2025 10 years – 10 ideas – 100 possibilities to carry on the spark

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What should our society look like in 2035?

https://www.franxini.ch/en/idee

Which impulses do we need today to shape the Switzerland of tomorrow?

Do you have an idea? ​​

We are looking for sparks that will create a brighter future! 

2035 has established itself as the target year for many ambitious global projects – but where do we want to be as Switzerland in 10 years’ time? And how can we achieve this? 

In 2025, the Reatch ideas competition is coming back with a new, exciting format for the final, which is all about the next 10 years ahead: we are looking for ideas and projects that generate a momentum for the future.
Let’s bring society, politics and science together to shape the Switzerland of tomorrow!

Deadline: March 12, 2025