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title: "Supporting the University of Bern"
description: "The UniBE Foundation supports the University of Bern in developing pioneering solutions with current and future generations of researchers."
url: https://unibefoundation.ch/en/__home__
updated: 2026-09-16
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# Because tomorrow begins today

The UniBE Foundation strengthens and supports the University of Bern in its efforts to develop globally pioneering solutions together with current and future generations of researchers.

[Night of Research: a review](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/blog/rueckblick-zur-nacht-der-forschung)

[Your Commitment](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/engagement)

[Get involved now](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/get-involved)

[Annual Report 2024](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/annual-report-2024)

## Committed to what matters tomorrow

[Promoting Talents Learn More](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/promoting-talent)

[Sustainability Learn More](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/sustainability)

[Health and Medicine Learn More](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/health-and-medicine)

[Matter and the Universe Learn More](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/matter-and-the-universe)

[Intercultural Knowledge Learn More](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/intercultural-knowledge)

#### What moves us

The UniBE Foundation strengthens and supports the University of Bern in developing globally pioneering solutions with current and future generations of researchers.

[Video Science Speed Dating mit Carla Meyer-Massetti Watch now](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/videos/science-speed-dating-mit-carla-meyer-massetti)

[Video Science Speed Dating mit Heike Schmidt-Posthaus Watch now](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/videos/science-speed-dating-mit-heike-schmidt-posthaus)

[News Stiftungsprofessur für Klimarecht und Gesellschaft besetzt Read more](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/news/stiftungsprofessur-fuer-klimarecht-und-gesellschaft-besetzt)

[News Neue Stiftungsdozentur erforscht die Rolle des Darmmikrobioms bei Adipositas und Diabetes Read more](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/news/neue-stiftungsdozentur-erforscht-die-rolle-des-darmmikrobioms-bei-adipositas-und-diabetes)

[Video Science Speed Dating mit Christoph Gräni Watch now](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/videos/science-speed-dating-mit-christoph-graeni)

[Video Science Speed Dating mit Bettina Schaefli Watch now](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/videos/science-speed-dating-mit-bettina-schaefli)

[Video Science Speed Dating mit Thomas Frölicher Watch now](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/videos/science-speed-dating-mit-thomas-froelicher)

[Video Science Speed Dating mit Olivier Guenat Watch now](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/videos/science-speed-dating-mit-olivier-guenat)

## Groundbreaking research for a better future

We support excellence, innovation, and the potential for a sustainable future.

[Vision We support excellence, innovation, and the potential for a sustainable future.](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/vision)

## Shape the future with us

> Promoting interdisciplinary research and innovation is a great delight for me. With my involvement, I want to create space for bold research ideas and help shape the development of innovative solutions to contemporary challenges.
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> Walter Inäbnit
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>  Donator, Honorary Senator, University of Bern

> We still know far too little about many diseases. The future of medicine requires targeted basic research and the development of innovative solutions in diagnosis and therapy. It is a matter close to my heart to be involved in achieving this.
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> Dr. h. c. Willy Michel
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>  Donator, Founder Ypsomed

> Excellent scientific foundations are an important driver of Switzerland's innovative power. I want to contribute to this with my philanthropic engagement.
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> Dr. h. c. Thomas Straumann
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>  Donator, Straumann Group

> To halt climate change, we need research that not only advances knowledge but also points the way towards a sustainable future. Through our support, we aim to help lay the foundations for responsible action and effective climate protection.
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> Ines Najorka Tesch
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>  Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Bloom Foundation

> Cancer research thrives on innovative technologies and the courage to break new ground. We support research that pushes boundaries and opens up new opportunities in personalised medicine.
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> Dr. Georges Bindschedler
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>  Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Werner und Hedy Berger-Janser Stiftung zur Erforschung der Krebskrankheiten

[Get involved now](https://unibefoundation.ch/en/get-involved)