Consulate General of Switzerland in New York

🌌 The Universität Bern is playing a crucial role in NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Europa Clipper mission, launched on October 14! This mission aims to search for signs of life on Jupiter’s icy moon, Europa, which may harbor a massive ocean beneath its surface. 🌊 Four researchers from the university are part of the science teams, and the probe is set to reach Europa in 2030. 🪐🔍#SpaceExploration #Innovation 🔭 Discover more: https://ow.ly/NYN150TSH6L

The innovative smart glasses from 🇨🇭 start-up LighthouseTech detect obstacles at waist and head height, using vibrations to guide users safely. Set to launch in early 2025, these stylish glasses combine fashion with functionality, enhancing daily mobility for their users. #AssistiveTechnology #MobilitySolutions #StartUp

News Flash: Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin renewed a Memorandum of Understanding in Washington D.C. to extend vocational education cooperation between Switzerland and the USA. #VET #Apprenticeship

Congratulations to Ohio State Design for hosting a truly remarkable event celebrating the legacy of the late Swiss designer and professor, Peter Megert. Our Head of Culture, Elena Baenninger, attended alongside Honorary Consul for Switzerland in Cleveland, Ohio, Marianne Bernadotte. Megert’s influence on design and education continues to inspire, and this exhibition is a beautiful tribute to his lasting impact. Be sure to visit if you're in the area—it’s on display until December 13 at Hopkins Hall Gallery! Monday through Friday, 11 am to 4 pm. #PeterMegert #DesignLegacy #SwissDesign #VisualCommunication

Researchers at ETH Zürich are reinventing clay houses using innovative autonomous printing technology! This innovative approach offers faster construction and a more sustainable solution for the future of building. Could this be the key to eco-friendly architecture? 🤝 Read more 👉 https://ow.ly/2j2550TMK1M #SustainableBuilding #FutureOfBuilding #GreenTechnology

📚 European Literature Night 2024 is coming soon! Join us on October 24 at the Ukrainian Institute of America for an evening of multilingual readings, discussions, and performances by some of Europe’s brightest literary talents, including Switzerland's Romain Buffat presenting his new novel "Grande-Fin." The event is free—don’t miss out! 🗓️ Oct 24, 6-10PM 📍 Ukrainian Institute of America - 2 E 79th St 🔗 https://ow.ly/JyOg50TMIxQ

Join us on October 23rd for an inspiring lecture by award-winning Swiss architect Inès Lamunière! 🇨🇭✨ As head of dl-a designlab-architecture in Geneva, Inès will present two transformative projects: a townhouse in Brooklyn and the Pictet bank tower in Geneva. These projects explore the intersection of scale, form, and materiality, highlighting the contrast between intimate private spaces and grand public structures. With her deep commitment to sustainability, Inès Lamunière has shaped urban landscapes with vision and purpose. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of Switzerland’s most influential architects during #Archtober! 📅 October 23, 6-8PM 📍 Center for Architecture - 536 LaGuardia Pl. 🎟️ https://ow.ly/Kegw50TM3x8 📸1: Horoma Studio 📸2: Nightnurse Images, Zurich

Innosuisse and the Universität St.Gallen (HSG) are spearheading an initiative that highlights Swiss #innovation in improving risk management for global supply chains. This project focuses on developing strategies that enable businesses to navigate uncertainties in an interconnected market. By designing advanced models and tools, the initiative aims to equip companies with essential insights into potential risks, enhancing their resilience and agility within global production networks. 🔗 Discover more: https://ow.ly/1TAa50TMEF7 #GlobalProduction #RiskManagement #SupplyChain

A key advancement in healthcare: the first patient in the USA has been treated with #denovoSkin, a bioengineered skin graft developed by Swiss company CUTISS AG. This innovation aims to improve healing and reduce scarring in patients requiring skin reconstruction, showcasing the potential of Swiss life sciences on a global scale. Learn more about this development here: https://ow.ly/Bj8650TM53G #HealthcareInnovation #SwissPharma #RegenerativeMedicine

🚁 Swiss startup Voliro is taking drone tech to new heights! 🌍✨ Their flying robots inspect hard-to-reach places like wind turbines & industrial structures, keeping workers safe and cutting downtime from weeks to minutes ⏱️💼. Backed by $12M in funding 💰, Voliro is set to transform industries from energy to oil & gas. #SwissInnovation #Drones #TechForGood #AI #TechTuesday