17.06.21

Doctoral students champion children’s right to play

Two ZHAW doctoral students, Ines Wenger and Thomas Morgenthaler, are researching children and play as part of the European “P4PLAY” doctoral programme. Their PhD projects look at spatial, social and societal aspects and inclusion at playgrounds and…

19.05.21

Exercise as therapy: potential still largely untapped in Switzerland

Physical activity represents an effective form of therapy in combating many chronic non-communicable diseases. In Switzerland, however, the potential offered by exercise as a form of therapy has until now only been utilised to a very limited extent,…

11.05.21

Winterthur vaccination centre: study sounds out the population

At the regional vaccination centre in Winterthur Töss, countless doses of the COVID-19 vaccine are being administered each and every day. But what are the motives and factors behind people’s decision to get vaccinated? And how does the population…

24.03.21

Institute of Nursing and Spitex Zürich Sihl take collaboration to the next level

The Institute of Nursing and the home care organisation Spitex Zürich Sihl have signed a contract renewing their partnership. They have been working together for years now to scale up home care. The new agreement provides a secure, institutional…

18.11.20

“Terminal fasting presents many moral conflicts”

Sabrina Stängle is conducting research at the School of Health Professions on the decision of people to voluntarily refuse food and fluids at the end of their lives. She has recently been able to show that almost one in two family doctors has…

05.11.20

On Swiss playgrounds, barrier-free does not mean inclusive

In the “Playground: a meeting place for all?” project, researchers from the Institute of Occupational Therapy investigated children’s experiences in playgrounds that were designed for children both with and without disabilities.

07.10.20

Health of children, young people and young adults: National Health Report delivers “positive findings”

The Swiss Health Observatory (Obsan) is highlighting the health of children, young people and young adults in a national report for the first time. While the report delivers positive findings with respect to the health of the population group…

26.08.20

School of Health Professions closes Corona knowledge gaps

What impact are social-life restrictions having on our physical and psychological health? What were the physical consequences of working from home during the lockdown? And what is the situation regarding people’s immunity to Covid-19? Researchers at…

14.07.20

Living at home for as long as possible

In a pilot project, the Occupational Therapy research unit is investigating what older people need so that they can live at home independently for as long as possible, despite chronic illnesses. This interprofessional project is being conducted with…

09.06.20

Combatting social isolation with digital tools

Researchers at the Institute of Nursing are investigating, as part of a new project, how digital aids and resources can be used to support socially isolated people and their relatives. The project is being supported by the “ZHAW digital” initiative,…

27.05.20

The ZHAW researches COVID-19 discourses

In an interdisciplinary project financed by the Swiss National Science Foundation (Special Call on Coronaviruses), the ZHAW Schools of Applied Linguistics and Health Professions are researching how communication can successfully contribute to…

12.05.20

New Assistant Professor for Nursing Science

Dr. Rahel Naef has been appointed Assistant Professor for Implementation Science in Nursing Science at the University of Zurich. The Assistant Professorship is being co-financed by the ZHAW and, along with the joint doctoral programme, will…

07.05.20

Effective tools against domestic crises

One of the most challenging tasks faced by outpatient care services is the support of those affected in domestic crises. André Fringer, Co-Head of the Nursing Science Research Unit at the School of Health Professions, has published a study (in German…

29.04.20

Playful therapy with robot-based hand training

The Occupational Therapy research unit is investigating whether training with the GripAble robot could usefully supplement the treatment of people who have suffered a hand injury. The GripAble is a handgrip equipped with sensors with which patients…

05.03.20

Tips and apps for a «deep and healthy sleep»

Adults «sleep away» around a third of their life. However, many experience difficulties either falling asleep or sleeping through the night. Those who would like to make their sleep as regenerating as possible can find scientifically based…