Conferences & Summits in Zurich

Founders Day

2026-04-09T09:30:00

Google Zurich - Europaallee

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Founders Day at Google Campus Europaallee Zürich is a one-day industry event for startup founders featuring talks, panels and networking to connect founders, investors and ecosystem players.

Z-Kubator invites: From Studies to Artistic Practice

2026-04-09T12:00:00

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An online interview exploring how academic studies translate into artistic practice, hosted by Z-Kubator. Panel-style discussion with practitioners who examine turning theoretical insights into creative work, offering practical pathways from research to making for artists and students.

PhD Defense: Enzymatic & Fermentative Modification of Moringa Leaf Protein

2026-04-09T15:00:00

ETH Zurich

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PhD defense at ETH Zurich presenting mechanistic and functional insights into enzymatic and fermentative modification of Moringa oleifera leaf protein. The talk covers enzyme pathways, fermentation outcomes on protein functionality, and potential applications in plant-based protein design.

Future Ready Researchers

2026-04-09T17:30:00

ETH Zurich

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Future Ready Researchers 2026 at ETH Zurich features an open panel on career planning and transitions from academia. Learn from experienced researchers about diverse career pathways for MTEC PhDs and postdocs, with practical lessons from those who have moved beyond the bench. Doors open 17:30 for registration; event at 18:00 in WEV F109–111.

Ethereum Zuri 2026

2026-04-10T07:00:00

Universität Zürich Campus Irchel, Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057 Zürich, Schweiz

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Ethereum Zuri 2026 brings developers, researchers, and industry leaders to the University of Zurich's Irchel campus for a deep dive into Ethereum, smart contracts, and DeFi. Expect expert talks, panels, and networking across a campus setting in Zurich.

From Pixels to Policy - An Integrated Approach: Remote Sensing via Neural Networks to Urban Analysis

2026-04-10T14:00:00

ETH Zurich

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Doctoral examination at ETH Zurich presenting an integrated approach to remote sensing using neural networks for urban analysis, bridging pixels to policy. A deep dive into geospatial data, model architectures, and urban planning implications.

Cruisetour Kreuzfahrtenmesse

2026-04-11T09:00:00

Lakeside

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Discover the world of cruising at Cruisetour Kreuzfahrtenmesse (Lakeside). This industry-focused fair offers direct exchanges, product presentations, and prize draws. Free entry and on-site booking help travel enthusiasts and professionals compare itineraries, meet vendors, and explore the latest cruise offerings in a lively Zurich setting.

Symposium on Sustainable Materials Technology

2026-04-13T13:30:00

ETH Zurich

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ETH Zurich hosts the Symposium on Sustainable Materials Technology, a high-level academic gathering exploring advances in eco-friendly materials, processing methods, and applications across engineering and science. Attendees can expect expert talks, panel discussions, and networking with researchers shaping the future of sustainable materials.

Structural scarcity in the Swiss housing market

2026-04-14T00:00:00

Pädagogische Hochschule Zürich

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An academic session at Pädagogische Hochschule Zürich exploring how structural scarcity and distribution effects shape access to housing in Switzerland, with implications for mobility, policy design, and equity in urban planning.

Zurich Pre-ICLR 2026 Poster Session

2026-04-14T16:00:00

ETH Zurich

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Zurich Pre-ICLR 2026 Poster Session at ETH Zurich showcases posters accepted to ICLR 2026 and peer-reviewed work from related conferences, space permitting. It's a forum-style event for researchers to present, discuss methods, and forge collaborations in a focused ML research context.

Launch of Strategic Trends 2026

2026-04-15T12:15:00

ETH Zurich

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The Center for Security Studies at ETH Zurich invites you to the launch of Strategic Trends 2026, the CSS's 16th flagship publication, 'Contesting Regions, Contesting Domains.' The event features expert insights on global security, geopolitics, and the structural reorderings shaping politics, security, and the economy.

Bilendi Business Breakfast Zürich

2026-04-16T09:00:00

resident bar, lounge, eventspace & coworking

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Bilendi Business Breakfast in Zürich: a professional morning with practice-oriented expert talks and a tasty breakfast buffet for networking and practical business insights.

Advanced doping strategies for silicon carbide devices

2026-04-16T11:00:00

ETH Zurich

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PhD defense presenting advanced doping strategies for silicon carbide devices, hosted at ETH Zurich. The talk explores experimental methods, device performance, and material engineering in wide-bandgap semiconductors, offering insights into high-power electronics.

Swiss-Portuguese Dialogues (3rd Edition)

2026-04-16T17:00:00

ETH Zurich

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Now in its 3rd edition, Swiss-Portuguese Dialogues at ETH Zurich gathers scholars, policymakers, and professionals for a focused exchange on linguistic, cultural, and strategic ties between Switzerland and Portugal. The program features expert talks and roundtables that foster cross-border collaboration across academia and industry.

Soft Materials Symposium

2026-04-17T07:00:00

ETH Zurich

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Scientific symposium on soft materials at ETH Zurich bringing together researchers and doctoral students to present recent advances in soft matter, polymers and biomaterials.

PhD Defense: Efficient and Equitable Urban Environments in Europe

2026-04-17T09:30:00

ETH Zurich

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Public PhD defense at ETH Zurich on 17 April 2026 at 09:30 UTC, presenting research on how land-use planning regulations and planners’ discretion influence the development of efficient and equitable urban environments across Europe. The examination blends regulatory theory with European case studies, offering insights for urban planners and policymakers.

Troposphere-to-Stratosphere Transport in the Extratropics

2026-04-17T12:15:00

ETH Zurich

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Public doctoral defense at ETH Zurich on troposphere-to-stratosphere transport in the extratropics, examining how radiation processes control vertical exchange and influence atmospheric composition. The session features the candidate's latest research and invites questions from faculty and peers.

Seeing, Probing, and Writing at the Nano-Bio Interface

2026-04-17T15:00:00

ETH Zurich

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PhD defense at ETH Zurich on April 17, 2026, presenting innovative work on the nano-bio electro-interface. The candidate defends advances in how optical and electrical probes reveal nanoscale bio-electrical interactions, highlighting methods, results, and potential applications in sensing and interfaces.

PhD Defence: Switching Cell Modelling for Converter Design

2026-04-17T15:00:00

ETH Zurich

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A PhD candidate at ETH Zurich defends a dissertation on a switching cell modelling framework for converter design optimisation. The talk highlights novel modelling approaches for high-efficiency power converters and invites students and professionals to engage with cutting-edge research at ETH's campus.

Lost in Optimisation: Social Trade-offs in European Decarbonization

2026-04-20T12:00:00

ETH Zurich

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PhD candidate at ETH Zurich defends a novel analysis of how social trade-offs shape European decarbonization pathways. The talk treats optimisation as a co-determinant of climate, policy, and technology outcomes, bridging economics, engineering, and governance. A rigorous, policy-relevant contribution.

Bank-Transaction Data in Academic Research

2026-04-21T17:00:00

Collegium Helveticum (Swiss Institute for Advanced Study)

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Panel discussion at Collegium Helveticum exploring how bank-transaction data can inform academic research and public policy. Researchers present methods for leveraging financial data while discussing governance, privacy, and policy implications in a contemporary data-driven world.

Future of Green Manufacturing Summit 2026

2026-04-23T09:30:00

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Future of Green Manufacturing Summit & Expo 2026 in Zurich is a global industry summit bringing manufacturers, policymakers and tech providers together to discuss sustainable production, clean tech, and Industry 4.0 solutions.

Aussen­wirtschafts­forum 2026

2026-04-23T12:00:00

Kunsthaus Zürich

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Aussenwirtschaftsforum 2026 at Kongresshaus Zürich brings Swiss Business Hubs experts and leaders from politics and business together on 23 April for structured matchmaking and networking aimed at export‑oriented SMEs.

Advancing Trustworthy Machine Learning for Clinical Decision Support

2026-04-23T15:00:00

ETH Zurich

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PhD candidate at ETH Zurich defends Advancing Trustworthy Machine Learning for Clinical Decision Support, a rigorous examination of reliable AI for medical decision support. The talk covers safety, fairness, and validation of AI-powered clinical tools and the implications for healthcare practice. Held at ETH Zurich’s campus.

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