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CH-QUAT represents a connection point for scientists from different research and applied areas that deal with the Quaternary in particular examining the aspects of human, environment and climate.more

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Swiss Glaciers

Swiss Glaciers

The Swiss Alps are characterised by glaciers. Their retreat influences the landscape and tourism, harbours natural hazards, lowers the volume of water available in summer and even has an impact

Explainations on the living cultural landscape of Lavaux

Geomorphological visit of Lavaux for the Princess of Thailand

The Swiss Geomorphological Society, via its president Christophe Lambiel, had the honour of welcoming Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of Thailand for a geomorphological visit on 18 February

Image: Christophe Lambiel
Prix de Quervain 2025

Call for nominations: Prix de Quervain for High Altitude Research

With the Prix de Quervain, the Swiss Academies of Arts and Sciences, through their Commissions for Polar and High Altitude Research (SCPH) and of the High Altitude Research Station Jungfraujoch

Image: SKPH