SNSF
The Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) is Switzerland’s main national funding agency for scientific research. It supports basic research across all disciplines, including the natural sciences, medicine, humanities, and social sciences. The SNSF operates as an independent foundation and is funded by the Swiss Confederation. Its mandate is to promote excellence in research, support talented researchers, and strengthen Switzerland’s position in international science.
Founded in 1952, the SNSF administers a range of funding programs aimed at different stages of a
Governance is provided by a council and an executive leadership team; grant awards are determined through competitive
The SNSF interacts with universities, research institutes, and cantons to shape the national research landscape and
Overall, the SNSF serves as the principal instrument of Swiss science policy for allocating competitive funds,