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Nanotera Program Overview

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This lecture provides an overview of the Nanotera program, a Swiss research initiative focusing on electronics, physics, and nanoscience for health, environment, and energy applications. The program has funded 140 projects involving 15 institutions, 1,200 researchers, and over 300 PhD students. It delves into the achievements, ongoing research, and future directions of Nanotera, including projects related to health monitoring, environmental monitoring, and smart energy. The lecture also discusses the transition to the Bridge program, which aims to bridge research and innovation in Switzerland, and highlights the importance of supporting PhD students for future industrial development.

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