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title: "Matter and the Universe"
description: "Support basic research at the University of Bern: particle physics, planetary formation and the origin of life. The UniBE Foundation advises on funding."
url: https://unibefoundation.ch/en/matter-and-the-universe
updated: 2026-09-16
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# Matter and the Universe

> Support basic research at the University of Bern: particle physics, planetary formation and the origin of life. The UniBE Foundation advises on funding.

Following the Traces of the Universe and the Origin of Life

# Matter and the Universe

The University of Bern conducts cutting-edge research in theoretical and empirical particle physics and makes an important contribution to our understanding of the formation, evolution, and habitability of planets, as well as the origin of life.

## From particles to planets

Thank you for your interest in supporting excellent basic research.

We would be happy to provide you with further information about current initiatives and projects or advise you on your funding request.

Claudia Lehnherr

Managing Director

<claudia.lehnherr@unibe.ch>

[+41 79 885 81 09](tel:+41%2079%20885%2081%2009)

## **Thank you for helping us shape the future.**

Together with you we are strengthening Bern as a center of research and education and securing the future of the University of Bern as a leading university with national and international appeal. Thank you very much!

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

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