Switzerland Launches Highest European Radioactivity Monitoring Station
New monitoring station on Jungfraujoch at 3,400 meters will provide early detection of radioactive clouds entering Swiss airspace.

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Computer science professor clarifies objectives of Swiss-developed AI model Apertus, addressing criticism and explaining its intended purpose.
New monitoring station on Jungfraujoch at 3,400 meters will provide early detection of radioactive clouds entering Swiss airspace.

Rare celestial event visible in Swiss skies from October 12 to November 2, with comet C/2025 A6 Lemmon reaching peak brightness by month's end.

Switzerland enhances early warning capabilities with Europe's highest radioactivity measuring station on Jungfraujoch, inaugurated by Interior Minister Elisabeth Baume-Schneider.

Switzerland invests in two new space innovation projects, including lunar exploration robot and optical technology development.

Government backs lunar exploration robot and optical technology development, strengthening Swiss position in international space research

Swiss glaciers lost 3% volume in 2025 amid concerning climate trends, while researchers at University of Bern study million-year-old ice samples for climate insights

Two Swiss researchers named as potential Nobel Prize winners, highlighting Switzerland's continued excellence in scientific research

Bern-based scientists identify eight previously unknown species of 'guardian frogs', highlighting conservation concerns

Bern scientists identify previously unknown 'guardian frog' species in Borneo, highlighting conservation challenges

Swiss pharmaceutical giant announces significant progress in phase III clinical trials combining giredestrant and everolimus treatments

The Swiss National Science Foundation implements savings measures for 2026-2028, affecting research funding and scientific careers due to federal budget reductions.

SNSF implements savings measures for 2026-2028 due to federal budget constraints, affecting research funding and scientific career development programs.

MeteoNews records 43% decrease in lightning strikes during summer 2025, marking unusual weather pattern shift

Rare Lariosaurus discovery provides new insights into ancient swimming behavior

Researchers discover first-ever Lariosaurus fossil with preserved skin in Meride, providing new insights into ancient aquatic reptile swimming behavior.

Schafmatt Observatory observer makes unexpected discovery of asteroid moon, confirmed by German colleagues in groundbreaking astronomical finding.

Amateur astronomer at Schafmatt Observatory discovers rare asteroid moon, marking significant contribution to space science.

Swiss researchers discover mechanism by which cancer cells manipulate neighboring healthy cells through mitochondrial transfer, opening new therapeutic possibilities.

ETH Zurich researchers reveal breakthrough findings on beer foam stability, distinguishing between Belgian triple-fermented beers and bottom-fermented lagers.

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