News and Events

The latest news on research at the University of Bern and selected research-related events.

Horizon Europe – Switzerland associated again

Switzerland and EU sign agreement on Swiss participation in EU Programmes

With Switzerland's retroactive association to 1 January 2025, researchers at UniBE can coordinate EU consortia and apply for ERC Grants and MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships until the end of Horizon Europe.

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Research news

Medicine

Low blood sugar detected by speaking into a smartphone

For the first time, Bernese researchers have demonstrated that a standard smartphone microphone can detect early signs of hypoglycaemia based on the human voice. These findings could make diabetes management safer and easier in future.

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Gut health

Why the "gut brain" plays a central role for allergies

Scientists from Bern and Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin have identified a previously unknown function of the intestinal nervous system. The findings open new avenues for advancing therapies for allergies and intestinal disorders.

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ERC Synergy Grants

Prestigious EU funding for two outstanding Bernese scientists

Wanda Kukulski and Paola Luciani are part of two teams that have each been awarded an ERC Synergy Grant. The funding enables them to advance groundbreaking projects in international collaboration in the fields of cell biology and drug delivery.

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Institute of Information Systems

AI and New Work shape Swiss software companies

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Research-related events

UniBE events calendar

For UniBE researchers

Selected by the Vice-Rectorate Research and Innovation, these events offer opportunities to explore current topics, expand your network, and advance your research interests.

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