Research
The FOPH conducts research, evaluations and monitoring to give itself the scientific foundations it needs to perform its mandated role. The FOPH further ensures that optimum parameters are provided for Swiss biomedical research.
Research, monitoring and evaluations at the FOPH
Research in the FOPH
Research provides the FOPH with knowledge that is useful for guiding its decisions and practices.
Monitoring in the FOPH
Monitoring observes and highlights changes and trends in the area of health.
Evaluation in the FOPH
Evaluation assesses the value and benefit of health policy measures.
Optimal conditions for biomedical research
Biomedicine master plan: Boosting biomedical research and technology
Switzerland has a very good international position in terms of research. The federal government has adopted a master plan to reinforce biomedical research and technology in this country.
Research involving humans
The term “research involving humans” refers to scientific research in areas such as medicine, psychology and biology and is regulated by law in Switzerland. The main goal is to safeguard people, their dignity, privacy and health.
Research Involving Human Embryonic Stem Cells
Stem cell research arouses great hopes. However, it also raises ethical concerns because the cells are generally obtained from early human embryos. The legislator has responded by setting clear boundaries.
Figures & statistics
How are health insurance costs evolving? How many healthcare professionals are currently working in Switzerland? And how common are infectious and chronic diseases? This page features all the relevant figures and statistics on public health in Switzerland.