Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF)

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It is Switzerland’s foremost institution in the promotion of scientific research. One of its core tasks is the evaluation of research proposals and, every year, the SNSF awards over 700 million Swiss francs to the best applications. By distributing public research money based on a competitive system, the SNSF contributes to the high quality of Swiss research.

To ensure its independence in research, the SNSF was established as a private foundation in 1952. Mandated by the federal authorities, the SNSF supports basic science in all academic disciplines, from history to medicine and engineering sciences.

In close collaboration with higher education institutions and other partners, the SNSF works towards creating the best possible conditions for the development and international integration of Swiss research. The SNSF is paying particular attention to the support of young scientists.

Contact information:

Head office postal address
Swiss National Science Foundation SNSF
Wildhainweg 3
P.O. Box 8232
CH-3001 Berne

For general information
SNSF Head Office
Phone: +41 31 308 22 22
Fax: +41 31 301 30 09
E-mail: com@snf.ch

The fund is not a competitive fund
web site: http://www.snf.ch/E/Pages/default.aspx