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Laura Nystr?m has been president of the University Assembly for four months. In this interview, she explains why she took up this office and what has surprised her most.

With the final contracts signed between ETH Zurich and the Dieter Schwarz Foundation, the first professorships in Heilbronn can now be advertised.

Attention researchers: The sixth call for proposals within the scope of the ¡°Humanitarian Action Challenges¡± is open. The initiative works with humanitarian organisations, including the International Committee of the Red Cross, to advance joint research aimed at addressing humanitarian challenges.

The ZVV timetable will change on 14 December. This will affect numerous tram and bus connections in Zurich as well as the frequency of the ETH eLink. Please check your usual routes in good time ¨C especially for connections via the main station.?

Special opening times and operating hours apply at ETH Zurich around the holidays.

ETH Zurich is committed to vocational training and thus to Switzerland's dual education system. Get involved too ¨C as a vocational trainer and mentor for young talents.

ETH members now have access to Pivot-RP ¨C a comprehensive platform for national and international funding opportunities, cooperation partners and relevant research news. An online training course on 12 December will introduce the most important functions.

ETH Zurich will reduce the number of domestic hot water supply networks and water outlets in its buildings. This will lower energy demand and operating costs while maintaining the high level of water hygiene already in place.

Since September 2025, a new classroom has been available on the ground floor of the HIT building at H?nggerberg, which has been specially designed for collaborative teaching and learning.

An unusual chandelier, the ETH entrance hall filled with spectators and a new perspective on recyclable materials from laboratory operations: the live art event with artist Saki sent a clear message of transformation.?