ETH Zurich stands for excellent teaching, groundbreaking fundamental research and the application of results for the benefit of society. Founded in 1855, it now offers an inspiring environment for researchers and a comprehensive education for its students as one of the world’s leading technical, scientific tertiary institutions. ETH Zurich has over 16,000 students from around 80 countries, including 3,500 doctoral students. Over 400 professors are currently teaching and researching in the fields of architecture, construction science, engineering, natural sciences, mathematics, system-oriented sciences, and management and social sciences. ETH Zurich regularly appears at the top of international rankings as one of the best universities in the world. A total of 21 Nobel laureates have studied, taught or conducted research at ETH Zurich, underlining the excellent reputation of this tertiary institution.
Transferring its knowledge to industry and society is one of ETH Zurich’s primary concerns. Its success in this regard is verified by the 80 new patent applications each year and the 215 spin-off companies which emanated from this tertiary institution between 1996 and 2010. ETH Zurich orients its research strategy towards global challenges, such as climate change, the world’s food supply and human health.
