07.07.22

Technical Hand-Over of CWIS-II at NASA/JPL, California

The ISC develops the data acquisition and controling software for the new CWIS-II imaging spectrometer and is responsible for the complete system integration.

06.07.22

Sexualised violence against children and young people: associations want more support for their prevention efforts

Sports and leisure clubs in the canton of Zurich attach great importance to preventing the sexual exploitation of children and young people. As shown by a study carried out by the ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, however, there is…

06.07.22

The first RRI Policy Brief is ready

Findings from the RRI audits and results from the DELPHI survey

17.06.22

What makes nearshoring successful? Your opinion matters!

The SML Center for Global Competitiveness examines the success factors of IT-Nearshoring as part of the new edition of the ZHAW Nearshoring Index.

15.06.22

More efficient tuberculosis diagnosis thanks to a simple breath test

Tuberculosis is the world's second deadliest infectious disease after Covid-19. To combat this disease effectively, the World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for more efficient testing methods. A research team at the ZHAW, in collaboration with…

09.06.22

CEE lead Regina Betz on the 2022 energy research talks in Disentis, Switzerland

The "Energy Research Talks Disentis" are hold on a yearly basis and enable an international and interdisciplinary exchange between researcher on various energy subjects, thus making a valuable contribution to the energy transition. However, the…

09.06.22

The CEE is part of three consortia that have won the current round of SWEET calls

SWEET – “SWiss Energy research for the Energy Transition” – is a funding programme of the Swiss Federal Office of Energy (SFOE). SWEET’s purpose is to accelerate innovations that are key to implementing Switzerland’s Energy Strategy 2050 and…

09.06.22

The CEE at the ECEEE Summer Study

Five days intensive networking and exchange at the european council for an energy efficient economy (eceee)'s 2022 summer study in Hyères, France. The CEE's Regina Betz and Nina Boogen presented their research.

07.06.22

Study identifies a lack of guidelines on the handling of end-of-life fasting

End-of-life fasting has become a relevant topic for healthcare professionals working in the area of end-of-life care. A ZHAW study identifies the lack of a systematic approach to the handling of the voluntary stopping of eating and drinking.

31.05.22

Towards Switzerland`s net-zero carbon emissions

Innosuisse funded project lead by the Department of International Business wants to enhance voluntary participation of companies in Switzerland`s green transformation agenda through “green currency” and a digital marketplace

03.05.22

Washing without water or an electrical connection – applied ecological engineering makes this possible

Closed-loop washing machines that do not need any water or an electrical connection and a dry toilet that works without flushing and also supplies fertiliser. These are just two applications that have been developed as part of the ecological…

27.04.22

Which translation tools are suitable for emergency communication with refugees from Ukraine? Two guides provide the answer.

Around 1,000 people from Ukraine are arriving in Switzerland as refugees every day. Many of them do not know any of our national languages, meaning that communication is hindered by language barriers. While machine translation tools can provide a…

27.04.22

Willingness to Be Vaccinated Dependent on Socioeconomic Factors

Individuals with a higher income and educational background and those living in an urban environment are more likely on average to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At the same time, the quality of life among the Swiss population has remained stable in…

20.04.22

Brochure provides tips on the implementation of occupational therapy at a distance

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a study investigated how occupational therapists treated their clients via digital channels. A brochure is now available that shows how this form of therapy can also be continued after the pandemic.

06.04.22

SMEs Fear Consequences of Geopolitical Situation

Sixty percent of Swiss SMEs expect geopolitical developments to have a negative impact on their businesses in the next 12 months. In contrast, less than one-third still expect to suffer due to the recent pandemic. These are the findings of the 7th…

31.03.22

Replacing hops with hemp for more sustainable beer

Due to climate change, growing hops is becoming more difficult. A ZHAW researcher is therefore developing a new variant to the traditional brewing recipe that dates back centuries. Instead of hops, hemp is boiled in a brewing kettle. The first…

28.03.22

ZHAW researchers develop chip for ultra-high resolution microscope

ZHAW researchers have developed a chip for a new measurement method using atomic force microscopy (AFM) as part of an Innosuisse project. This new method makes it possible to scan the surface far more quickly and gently, and it is suitable for…

24.03.22

Dream of Homeownership Difficult to Fulfill for Many

For the vast majority of people in Switzerland who want to own their own home, prices are simply too high. They would also like to see greater support for homeowners. Currently, only a few are seriously committed to finding their dream home, as a…

18.03.22

Sponsoring Defies the Pandemic

The sponsoring budgets of Swiss companies have remained relatively unchanged during the pandemic. While sports continue to be the most prevalent target, cultural engagement has increased, as a recent ZHAW study shows.

08.03.22

Analysing the impact of integration projects: demonstrating their effects and gaining learning experiences

Those who donate money to a social project want to see that it has a positive impact. However, impact analyses are rarely used for learning processes. Using the example of integration projects involving young people, a team of ZHAW researchers shows…