Academia Raetica Switzerland

Science, research, and education in the Grisons The Academia Raetica, based in Davos, is the association for the promotion of science, research and education in the canton of Grisons and its neighboring regions. Its members include over twenty research institutes, universities and clinics. It was founded in 2006 with the purpose of promoting young scientists, connecting its members and representing their interests in politics and in public. A link between science, business, politics, and the public: On the basis of a mandate from the canton of Grisons, the Academia Raetica advances the education and training, work and development of scientists through transferable skills courses and networking opportunities. The conference "Graubünden forscht" offers young researchers a platform to present and reflect on their work. In addition, scientists from different disciplines meet at the conference "Graubünden forscht" to discuss mutual scientific questions regarding the Alpine region in a multidisciplinary context. At the same time, the conference gives the public and politicians an impression of the broad range of research activities in Graubünden. The Academia Raetica connects and supports its members in cooperation projects with each other as well as with research institutions outside the canton. It communicates with cantonal offices and industrial partners and promotes dialogue between the disciplines. It also informs the public and politicians about the social and economic importance of research in the canton. It supports the government in implementing its higher education, research, and innovation strategies.