The Embassy of Switzerland in Australia

and

The Swiss Australian Academic Network (SAAN)

cordially invite you to the

Swiss Science Night 2026

A celebration of Swiss–Australian excellence in research, innovation and entrepreneurship, and the official unveiling of the renewed Swiss Australian Academic Network (SAAN).

Join leaders from academia, government, industry, startups and the broader Swiss–Australian community for an evening celebrating the partnerships that are shaping the future of science and innovation between Switzerland and Australia.

The evening will feature remarks by

H.E. Mr Nikolas Stürchler
Ambassador of Switzerland to Australia

and

Dr Amanda Caples
Victoria’s Lead Scientist

followed by an evening of inspiring conversations, reflections on Swiss–Australian collaboration, the official unveiling of the renewed Swiss Australian Academic Network (SAAN), and networking.

Melbourne – Friday 7 August 2026
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Please contact tristan.piguet@eda.admin.ch if you are interested in joining.