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"Luxury brands can handle losses well"

Trade in luxury goods and customs policy

Despite the “customs hammer” and a strong Swiss franc, the Swiss luxury industry is growing. Trade expert Manfred Elsig explains why.

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News

Universe

CHEOPS Space Mission extended

The CHEOPS mission is being extended thanks to outstanding achievements in exoplanet research. The space telescope was built at the University of Bern, and the scientific operations center is located at the University of Geneva.

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Work-Life-Balance

With children, time is the greatest luxury

Expensive daycare, lagging gender equality, and delayed parenthood: many factors are contributing to the declining birth rate in Switzerland. What would need to change to reverse this trend?

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Universe

“I believe we can all be proud of the NCCR PlanetS”

After twelve years, the National Center of Competence in Research (NCCR) PlanetS came to a close at the end of May. Its director, Nicolas Thomas, looks back on the internationally acclaimed planetary research conducted at the Universities of Bern, Geneva, and Zurich, as well as at ETH Zurich, and introduces the follow-up project, SIPS.

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Federal Councilor Pays a Visit

Beat Jans at UniBE

Last week, students at the Institute of Political Science attended a special lecture: Federal Councilor Beat Jans was the guest speaker. The Basel native shared insights into his values and goals and answered questions from the audience.

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People

Research is not a luxury

Lessons from Theater History

Theater historian Beate Hochholdinger Reiterer explains what insights she has gained from her research that are relevant to the present day – and why these insights are significant for society.

The online magazine of the University of Bern (in German)

Research is not a luxury

For a sustainable future

Maddy Thakur studies how climate change is affecting biodiversity. He explains that his work is essential for gaining knowledge, taking preventive measures, and ensuring a livable future.

The online magazine of the University of Bern (in German)

Portrait of a Climate Scientist

The Cloud Hunter

Franziska Aemisegger spent hours flying in a propeller plane beneath the clouds over the North Atlantic. In this portrait, she explains what she hopes to discover and why she owes her research career to a famous French author.

The online magazine of the University of Bern (in German)

Research is not a luxury

"Research is a long-term investment."

Astrophysicist and manager of the CHEOPS space mission Andrea Fortier explores distant planets and explains why research is an investment in the future that ultimately benefits everyone.

The online magazine of the University of Bern (in German)

Brain health

Recognition for commitment to brain health

Neurologist Claudio Bassetti has been awarded the honorary title of “Huésped de Honor” in Buenos Aires. With this distinction, the Argentine capital honours international personalities who have rendered outstanding services to science and society.

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Planetology

«The theory, the abstract fascinates me.»

Astrophysicist Oliver Schib researches how planets form – and shows in a new model how the gas and dust disks around young stars develop and how instabilities can lead directly to the formation of giant planets.

The online magazine of the University of Bern

Language

More than small talk: Communicating better at work

Speak clearly, listen attentively, defuse conflicts: Eva Schürch from the Institute of Psychology teaches conversation management and gives in the video tips and tricks for good communication in everyday working life.

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Studies

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Research

Research at a glance

Transparency in clinical research

Bernese AI-tool improves quality of medical research

With «RegCheck», Bernese researchers have developed an AI based tool that helps researchers assess the quality of scientific publications. The tool contributes to improve the quality of medical research and guidelines.

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Geology

Earthquake model reveals: Stress in California at record level

A research team led by a researcher at the University of Bern has modeled 1,000 years of earthquake history in Southern California. The result: stresses in the crust are higher today than at any time in the last millennium.

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Space medicine

Radiology meets zero gravity

Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, and the University of Bern are entering into a new collaboration with the Center for Space Medicine at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin to further develop medical imaging for use under extreme conditions.

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Institute of Political Science

Année Politique Suisse Launches New Website

Année Politique Suisse has been providing a comprehensive database on Swiss politics for 60 years. This “memory of Swiss politics” operates on an open-source basis and is now launching a new website.

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Weiteres

Vice-Rectorate Teaching

Teaching Hub

The Teaching Hub offers you support in designing and administering your teaching. Find basics, methods, tools, advice, and support services quickly and tailored to your current needs.

Access to the Teaching Hub (in German)

International exchange opportunities

The University of Bern has over 300 partner universities all over the world. Find out from two of our students why they loved studying abroad.

University of Bern Internationals

Building bridges with Africa

Initiative Afrique

Our redesigned platform reflects our continued growth and commitment to showcasing how the University of Bern, together with African, European, and Swiss partners, advances cross-continental and interdisciplinary research collaborations with Africa.

Discover more about us here

Office for Equal Opportunities

Advisory service guide

The University of Bern now offers all employees a comprehensive counseling guide. This provides a clear overview of the wide range of counseling services and contact points available and helps employees quickly find the right support. A workshop will be held on October 21 from 12:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. to present the counseling services available.

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Lifelong Learning

Continuing Education Programme 2026

Choose from over 140 continuing education programmes – tailored, practice-oriented and research-based.

Continuing education portal (in German)

War in Ukraine

Information and support

The University of Bern strongly condemns the Russian invasion of Ukraine and supports Ukrainian students and researchers.

War in Ukraine

This is Bern

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The University of Bern is closely associated with the Swiss capital city of Bern. Academic excellence has earned Bern an international reputation. A large variety of education, sport and cultural opportunities as well as high living and environmental standards make Bern an attractive place for undergraduates, researchers and doctoral students.

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