funding of research projects

How do I fund my research project?

Useful information on the various possibilities for financing your research projects in Switzerland:

• The Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) is the main institution for research funding in Switzerland and offers a wide range of research programmes.
• Innosuisse is the federal government’s agency for the promotion of innovation. It promotes the transfer of knowledge and technology between universities and companies. It brings together partners from these two fields in applied research projects and supports the creation of start-ups.
• The EU Framework Programme for Research and Technological Development is the most important research instrument at the level of the European Union. Swiss researchers can participate in various projects.
• Foundations: Many Swiss foundations support and finance projects in the field of science and research.