Fighting Bias in AI Tools for Recruitment
The BIAS project brings Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH) to the fight against algorithmic bias in AI recruitment and develops tools for fair hiring.
Swiss research driving safer chemicals in Europe
Swiss researchers at Eawag are contributing to an EU-wide partnership for chemical risk assessment aimed at protecting human health and the environment.
Governance of Emerging Technologies: A Guide
The new OECD primer introduces five strategic intelligence tools to policymakers for anticipatory governance of emerging technologies.
FP10 and the role of bottom-up research
Competitiveness, dual use, and research security, the new driving forces for FP10, and their possible implications for research.
EIC set to receive a bigger cheque as of 2028
The ‘Innovation’ pillar of Horizon Europe will be strengthened, with the EIC’s budget being more than tripled in the proposal, while the EIT label is missing.
Transforming biomass into sustainable building blocks
EPFL spin-off Bloom Biorenewables transforms agricultural waste into sustainable chemicals, offering cost-effective alternatives to fossil-based products.
Innovation in VET – the innoVET truffle sprouts
The first Swiss CoVE innoVET boosts innovation in VET by fostering international collaboration, developing practical tools and building networks across Europe.
Driving transitions: the strategic role of VET
Two recent reports highlight VET’s potential to lead the twin transitions while keeping a human-centric approach and strengthening links with the labour market.
An Audit of the European Education Toolbox
The European Education Area review urges action on teacher shortages, adult learning, and cross-sectoral alignment to enhance EU education policy impact.
Goodbye to our Advisor for Research, Fabienne
After six months as Advisor for Research, Fabienne Forster bids farewell to the SwissCore team and hands the role back to Sarah Bühler.