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Could biomining be a game-changer for rare earth elements and other metals?

As China tightens its grip on rare earth elements and global demand soars, Switzerland faces a critical supply challenge. With domestic mining off the table and recycling rates below one percent worldwide, could biotechnology offer a breakthrough? From extremophiles that thrive in harsh conditions to AI-guided robotic disassembly, innovative biomining approaches are emerging that combine nature's four-billion-year evolutionary advantage with cutting-edge technology. The question is no longer whether biomining is possible, but whether Switzerland can position itself at the forefront of this sustainable revolution in urban mining.
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    Where AI provides concrete benefits today

    How can artificial intelligence improve management, core and support processes in a targeted manner? The article uses numerous practical examples to show the areas in which companies are already using AI today and the strategic issues that arise from this.
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  • Académie Suisse des Sciences Médicales ASSM

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    Mise au concours 2026: Programme national MD-PhD

    L’ASSM octroie à nouveau cette année des bourses MD-PhD compétitives à de jeunes médecins talentueux.euses pour réaliser un doctorat en sciences naturelles, en recherche clinique, en santé publique ou en éthique biomédicale. Le programme se poursuit grâce au soutien généreux de plusieurs fondations et facultés partenaires. Le délai de soumission des requêtes est fixé au 15 mai 2026.

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    Tour d’Horizon 2025: td-Literature - share your inspiration

    Each year we invite the community of inter- and transdisciplinarity to share their recommendations for the most important publications in research, education and practice. These contributions will be compiled and published on our website as the "Tour d'Horizon 2025". Your expertise matters!
    Take part in our survey til 06 April 2026. 

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