July
New professorships as part of the Wyss Academy for Nature at the University of Bern
The Wyss Academy for Nature at the University of Bern is dedicated to shaping sustainable futures for nature and people by strengthening and harmonizing nature conservation, human well-being, and natural resource use in different landscapes around the world. To this goal the Wyss Academy invites applications for six new open-rank professorships.
David Kaufmann will receive the 2020 Clarence Stone Scholar Award
The Clarence Stone Scholar Award recognizes young scholars who are making a significant contribution to the study of urban politics. ISTP Member David Kaufmann has been selected to receive the 2020 award as a result of his strong publication record and his applied work in real world policy and governance. (Re-post from Spatial Development and Urban Policy – SPUR News)
Research project MOBIS-COVID-19: Latest Report
The MOBIS: COVID-19 research project, an initiative of ETH Zurich and the University of Basel, is a continuation of the original MOBIS study. The aim of the project is to get a picture of how the crisis is affecting mobility and everyday life in Switzerland. The latest weekly report presenting post-lockdown results as of July 13th is now available and the analysis will be extended in the coming weeks.
Giving chance a helping hand
New research from ETH Zurich shows that holding events for new students before they enter university is an investment that pays off. Incoming students benefit from the chance to meet, mingle and form friendships at orientation events, which contributes to their long-term academic success. (Re-post from ETH News)
ETH4D Research Challenges - Call for Proposals
The call for ETH4D Research Challenges is now open. Proposals need to address a clearly defined research question that has the objective of creating a positive impact for communities in a low- or lower middle-income country. All proposals will be evaluated by an ETH4D selection committee and the application deadline is September 30th.
Impact of vehicle automation and electric propulsion on production costs for mobility services worldwide
Automated driving technology along with electric propulsion are widely expected to fundamentally change transport systems. In their study, ISTP member Prof. Kay W. Axhausen in collaboration with various colleagues analysed the production costs of various transport modes both today and in an automated-electric future. Their results indicate that transportation costs will become more similar across different countries and the highest impact of automation is to be expected in high-income countries.