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At the Other End of the World: from ETH to New York - ETH Ambassadors In October we traveled to New York City for Archtober, a month-long celebration of architecture, and spoke on a panel with Professor Mariam Issoufou at the Swiss Consulate.

In our latest ETH Ambassadors Blog, @ethz.ch architecture students Defne Çetinkaya and Michelle Reinschmidt share how an idea developed in Professor Mariam Issoufou’s studio travelled all the way to Archtober in New York. #architecture #museums #culture

5 March 2026 - Are we alone in the Universe? In this ETH Global Lecture, Pete Worden, former Director of NASA’s Ames Research Center, joins ETH exoplanetary scientist Sascha Quanz to discuss the latest advances in the search for life beyond Earth and the potential implications of finding it. This conversation explores both the science driving the quest and what discovering new life could mean for humanity.

Simon Peter “Pete” Worden, (Brig Gen, USAF, Ret, PhD) is the Chairman of the Breakthrough Prize Foundation and Executive Director of the foundation’s ‘Breakthrough Initiatives’. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Michigan and a PhD in Astronomy from the University of Arizona.

Sascha is an exoplanetary scientist, principal investigator (PI) and leading the Exoplanets & Habitability Research Group in the Department of Physics at ETH Zurich. He is driven by the long-term goal to search for life outside our Solar System, i.e., on planets orbiting stars other than our Sun. The work of his team is focused on the development and implementation of the LIFE space mission for which Sascha is the PI.

Join us for an exciting Global Lecture in collaboration with ETH Space as we delve into the complexities of exploring the cosmos, and journey beyond our Solar System to find life beyond our planet. ethz.ch/en/the-eth-z... @ethz.ch

​​AI, Foresight and Science Diplomacy at WEF​ - ETH Ambassadors Navigating the currents of AI’s possibilities and ethics, this is ETH student Kilian Teck's account from Davos last week.

In our latest ETH Ambassadors Blog, Navigating the currents of AI’s possibilities and ethics, this is @ethz.ch student Kilian Teck's account from Davos last week.

When Science and Diplomacy Meet in Davos - ETH Ambassadors As trust in institutions falters and global challenges grow, science diplomacy may be the bridge we cannot afford to ignore.

During the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos, graciously hosted onsite by Louise Harra at the PMOD/WRC, @ethz.ch brought together leading voices to rethink how science diplomacy can help navigate a world shaped by geopolitical tension, misinformation, and declining trust.

Do you remember the heatwave of 2003? What was then considered a climatic anomaly is now becoming increasingly common in Switzerland. Watch the lecture (in German) by Dr. Astrid Björnsen, Co-Programme Manager Extremes at the @wslresearch.bsky.social on YouTube now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3ts...

How ETH Zurich is Building the Knowledge Required for Peace - ETH Ambassadors Ceasefire Project is building the practical knowledge needed to design, negotiate, and implement ceasefires that reduce violence, protect affected civilians and open space for effective and lasting pe...

The latest ETH Ambassadors Blog provides you with a bird’s eye-view of the Ceasefire Project’s key insights captured in the form of the video series called “Understanding Ceasefires: A Practical Video Course”. @ethz.ch #ceasefire #peacemediation

Smart Cities, Hot Climates: How Estefanía Tapias Turns Research into Real Urban Futures - ETH Ambassadors Designing cities for tomorrow’s heat, uncertainty, and humanity – how ETH alumna Estefanía Tapias turns research into real urban futures.

ETH Ambassadors Blog features Estefanía, an architect, urban scientist, and Head of Smart & Digital for WSP in the Middle East, looks back her journey from Colombia to Zurich and to Dubai to understand how she is helping shape the cities of tomorrow in some of the world’s most extreme climates.

Building Tomorrow: ETH President Joël Mesot on Innovation, Partnerships, and Real-World Impact In this episode of We Are ETH, host Susan Kish speaks with Joël Mesot, President of ETH Zurich, a scientist and people-first leader who has guided ETH through rapid change with calm resolve and big am...

In the final episode of We Are ETH, host Susan Kish speaks with ETH President Joël Mesot, a physicist, visionary and people-focused leader who has guided ETH Zurich through rapid change.

Connecting & Exploring: Stories from Abroad and Beyond By Charles Bara One of the most inspiring aspects of the ETH Ambassadors Blog is how it brings together the voices of our students, staff, alumni, and community, all sharing experiences of learning, d...

From Nobel laureate breakfasts in Lindau to student adventures in Southeast Asia, creative storytelling, spin-off journeys, and global summits, the ETH Ambassadors Blog celebrates how the ETH Zürich community connects, explores, and brings the world back home. Check out!

Empowering Innovation in the Age of AI: How to Thrive, Not Just Survive - ETH Ambassadors Key takeaways from ETH Zurich’s Global Lecture with Petra Ehmann and Professor Stefano Brusoni on innovation, culture, and AI’s real impact.

At @ethz.ch's Global Lecture “Empowering Innovation: Thriving in the Age of AI”, ETH alumna and executive Petra Ehmann and ETH Professor Stefano Brusoni explored how innovation actually happens in practice, and what changes when AI enters the picture.

Christmas and new year greetings from team Meet ETH at ETH Zurich

The Meet ETH team wishes you a joyful holiday season, restful days with loved ones, and a bright start to 2026. We look forward to reconnecting in the new year with exciting research, bold ideas, and inspiring insights.

ETH Ambassadors Blog: Best of 2025 - ETH Ambassadors From quantum breakthroughs to Alpine science adventures and global policy insights, revisit the most inspiring ETH Ambassadors stories of 2025.

In our latest ETH Ambassadors Blog, Charles Bara & Viktoria Österdahl, the ETH Ambassadors team, revisit the moments that inspired, challenged, and delighted us throughout 2025, from innovative scientific research and bold ideas to invaluable internships to global partnerships, and inspiring voices.

Die letzte Ausgabe des Treffpunkt Science City liegt einige Wochen hinter uns und mit viel Freude blicken wir auf die drei Sonntage zurück. Fotos www.flickr.com/photos/meete... Vorträge www.youtube.com/@ETHTreffpun...

17 Dec - What drives innovation forward? Petra Ehmann, a leading digital shaper and ETH alumna with global experience, joins Stefano Brusoni, @ethz.ch Professor and Vice Rector for Continuing Education, for a deep dive into the forces shaping tomorrow. ethzurich.eventsair.com/eth-global-l...

Delegation der ETH Zürich zu Gast auf dem Bildungscampus Heilbronn - ETH Ambassadors Einblicke, Austausch und Zukunftspläne am entstehenden ETH Zürich Campus Heilbronn

In unserem neuesten Blogpost berichtet Dr. Michele De Lorenzi, General Manager des entstehenden ETH Zürich Campus Heilbronn, von zwei Tagen voller Austausch, Inspiration und Zukunftsenergie mit der Delegation der @ethz.ch – und wir nehmen Sie mit auf diese Reise.

19 - 23 January 2026 - ETH Zurich invites you to experience Davos during the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting. ETH Zurich will RETHINK Science Diplomacy and will be represented on various stages throughout the week by its ambassadors.

19 - 23 January 2026 - ETH Zurich invites you to experience Davos during the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting. ETH Zurich will RETHINK Science Diplomacy and will be represented on various stages throughout the week by its ambassadors. ethz.ch/en/the-eth-z...

Energy As A Lifeline: Rethinking Prosperity And Climate Responsibility - ETH Ambassadors At Treffpunkt Science City 2025, ETH Zurich Professor Lint Barrage showed that with global thinking, smart incentives, innovation and social fairness, we can safeguard both prosperity and the planet.

At Treffpunkt Science City 2025, ETH Zurich Professor Lint Barrage showed that with global thinking, smart incentives, innovation and social fairness, we can safeguard both prosperity and the planet.

Global Lecture Series: Empowering Innovation 17 December 2025 - What drives innovation forward? Petra Ehmann, a leading digital shaper and ETH alumna with global experience, joins Stefano Brusoni, ETH Professor and Vice Rector for Continuing Edu...

17 December 2025 - What drives innovation forward? Petra Ehmann, a leading digital shaper and ETH alumna with global experience, joins Stefano Brusoni, ETH Professor and Vice Rector for Continuing Education, for a deep dive into the forces shaping tomorrow.

Bringing Computer Vision to Avalanche Detection - ETH Ambassadors At SLF Davos, in a uniquely applied research environment distinct from ETH Zurich, Felix Breuer applied computer vision and machine learning to detect avalanches in webcam images.

What happens when cutting-edge #machinelearning meets one of the world’s most unique natural laboratories? @ethz.ch computer science student Felix Breuer spent last fall at @slfdavos.bsky.social, applying computer vision techniques to detect avalanches automatically in hourly webcam images.

Strengthening Global Quantum Connections: India and ETH Zurich Join Forces - ETH Ambassadors Find out how ETH Zurich’s expertise, innovative ecosystem and spin-offs like Zurich Instruments are inspiring Q-City Bengaluru which is considered India’s future quantum hub.

ETH Zurich represents the birthplace of modern quantum computing, where fundamental science has been transformed into working technology. @ethz.ch @baracharles.bsky.social

Berlin Science Week Goes Beyond Now - ETH Ambassadors ETH Zurich once again joined the week-long festival with various contributions looking at how science shapes the world around us.

Berlin Science Week 2025 was all about pushing boundaries and shaping the future. @ethz.ch team joined inspiring panels, connected with alumni, and explored how science can help society navigate today’s challenges and create tomorrow’s opportunities.

From Physics to Flavour: Redefining Food with Science - ETH Ambassadors What happens when two ETH alumni, a physicist and a computer scientist, decide a recipe is just an algorithm?

What happens when two ETH Zurich alumni, a physicist and a computer scientist, decide that a recipe is just an algorithm? In the latest episode of We Are ETH, Sue Tobler and Remo Gisi, co-founders of Tastelab, share how they combine data, algorithms, and physics to reinvent plant-based gastronomy.

Am Sonntag, 16. Nov. 2025, spricht Lint Barrage, Professorin für Energie- und Klimawirtschaft an der @ethz.ch, bei Treffpunkt Science City über wirtschaftliche Risiken, Chancen und Wege zu einem nachhaltigen Energiesystem, das uns als Gesellschaft vereint, nicht spaltet. ethz.ch/de/news-und-...

Anthony Patt, how can we boost e-mobility in Switzerland? Only a few cars on Swiss roads are purely electric, and the fleet is still growing slowly. New taxes on e-cars are likely to slow down the switch in future. Anthony Patt explains how the mobility tran...

Only a few cars on Swiss roads are purely electric, and the fleet is still growing slowly. New taxes on e-cars are likely to slow down the switch in future. Anthony Patt explains how the mobility transition could nevertheless be accelerated.

Was passiert, wenn nichts mehr geht? Leonard Schliesser, Forscher am Center for Security Studies der ETH Zürich, hat am Treffpunkt Science City erklärt, was ein Blackout ausmacht und was im Fall von Spanien und Portugal bisher bekannt ist. Mehr Informationen ethz.ch/de/news-und-... #blackouts

Wie reagiert die Schweiz, wenn die Natur ihre Kräfte zeigt? Beim zweiten Sonntag von Treffpunkt Science City Herbst 2025 dreht sich alles um Klimawandel, Energiezukunft und gesellschaftliche Verantwortung. ethz.ch/de/news-und-...

From Pilot to Practice: Building Plant-Based Value Chains at ETH Zurich - ETH Ambassadors How can we transition to sustainable food systems? Daniela Hoffmann explains how ETH Zurich pilots scalable solutions to foster plant-based value chains in Switzerland.

In our latest ETH Ambassadors Blog, Daniela Hoffmann, Project Director of Plant4Value, shares how ETH Zurich is piloting scalable, evidence-based solutions to foster plant-based value chains in Switzerland. Read the full story here: ethambassadors.ethz.ch/2025/11/06/f... @ethzwfsc.bsky.social

Welcome to ETH the Estonian Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, Liisa-Ly Pakosta. Joining her in a timely dialogue on digitalisation and AI governance will be our newly designated Vice President for Knowledge Transfer and Corporate Relations starting in January 2026, ETH Professor Effy Vayena.

Join us for a forward-looking conversation between our special guest Liisa-Ly Pakosta, Estonia’s Minister, and ETH Zurich Professor Effy Vayena, a global expert in digital ethics and AI governance. Register now: ethzurich.eventsair.com/eth-global-l...

Wie können innovative Technologien helfen, CO₂ zu reduzieren? Und welchen Beitrag kann jede:r Einzelne von uns leisten? In der neuen Ausstellung von focusTerra entdeckt ihr, welche Lösungen für eine nachhaltige Zukunft bereitstehen – von bahnbrechender Forschung bis zu persönlichen Strategien im Alltag.

Seit über 150 Jahren vermisst die Wissenschaft die Veränderung unserer Gletscher. Begleitet die Kurator:innen Nicole Graf (ETH-Bibliothek) und Elias Hodel (ETH VAW Glaciology) auf eine eindrückliche Zeitreise durch die Geschichte der Glaziologie – von abenteuerlichen Alpenexpeditionen bis zu modernster Messtechnik.

Entdecke Klimaforschung hautnah – bei unseren Führungen am 9. November! KEEP IT CO₂OL – Rettet uns High-Tech? eveeno.com/193671531 Entgletscherung – Die Vermessung des Eises eveeno.com/137347175
Sonntag, 9. November, Start 11:45 Uhr | ETH Hönggerberg | Für Teilnehmende ab 14 Jahren

The Energy Transition Debate: Addition, Innovation, and Equity - ETH Ambassadors What does it take to move from emissions-heavy energy to a cleaner, resilient future? At ETH Zurich’s latest Global Lecture, veteran energy executive Bettina Bachmann and ETH Professor Lint Barrage sh...

What does it take to move from emissions-heavy energy to a cleaner, resilient future? At @ethz.ch’s latest Global Lecture, veteran energy executive Bettina Bachmann and ETH Professor Lint Barrage shared their expert insights.