Events

The Adolphe Merkle Institute regularly hosts scientific conferences, symposiums, events, and seminars covering nanoscience and nanotechnology as well as other related fields. We also take part in major conferences and exhibitions elswhere. Check out what's happening at AMI and beyond here.

Pint of Science

Pint of Science brings some of the most brilliant scientists to your local pub to share their latest research and findings with you. This year, it will take place in Fribourg and other locations across Switzerland on May 18, 19, and 20.

GRC Bioinspired Materials

The Gordon Research Conference Bioinspired Materials in Les Diablerets, Switzerland, is a premier international scientific event focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge, and unpublished research. The next edition will take place from June 14 to 19, 2026.

Bio-inspired Materials Conference

Join AMI researchers on June 19 and 20, 2026, in Fribourg for the NCCR Bio-inspired Materials International Conference, marking the culmination of over a decade of groundbreaking research, innovation, and collaboration by the National Center of Competence in Research (NCCR) Bio-inspired Materials.