Swiss space research to get CHF6 million boost

Switzerland will support two new research and innovation projects in the field of space innovation with more than CHF6 million in funding. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The government aims to strengthen the international positioning of Swiss universities and industry players in space research. The projects are in the fields of robotics and optics, respectively, and aim to achieve scientific excellence and innovative cutting-edge technology, the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research (EAER) announced. + Switzerland is everywhere in space research The MoonWalker project is being carried out by ETH Zurich and the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Eastern Switzerland in collaboration with industrial partners. It is dedicated to the development of a walking robot for lunar exploration missions. The project will receive a federal contribution of approximately CHF3.1 million from 2026 to 2029. The TESSA (Technologies to Enhance ...