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The Swiss School of Public Health (SSPH+) assembles the inter-university faculty of public health sciences affiliated with fourteen Swiss univer­sities of the SSPH+ Foundation. SSPH+ is the national coordi­nating body for the promotion of postgraduate university education and research in the fields of public health.

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SSPH+ Annual Meeting 2026

"Protecting Science – Protecting Health" is the motto of the 2026 SSPH+ Annual Meeting, hosted by the University of Fribourg on June 23-24, 2026. This theme highlights the essential role of scientific integrity, collaboration, and transparency in safeguarding both public trust and population health. It invites us to reflect on how protecting the foundations of science ultimately protects the well-being of societies.

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Swiss Public Health Conference 2026

Swiss Public Health Conference 2026 is happening on September 2–3, 2026 in Lucerne and it will be dedicated to the topic “Public Health and the Beauty of Complexity”. Registration is currently open. More info here.

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Upcoming courses and calls

SSPH+ Inter-university Graduate Campus (IGC)

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Open Calls

  • Call for Young Researcher Editorial (YRE) Editors – Apply Now!

    The Young Researcher Editorial (YRE) series of the International Journal of Public Health (IJPH) is inviting applications for new editors. This initiative, launched in 2018 as a joint project between SSPH+ and IJPH, empowers PhD students worldwide to contribute to public health discussions while gaining hands-on experience in academic publishing.


    This role offers valuable experience in writing, reviewing, and understanding the editorial process, along with access to a professional publishing platform. Participation is recognized with 1 ECTS credit (2 ECTS for Editor-in-Chief).


    Advanced PhD students (around 3rd year) from SSPH+-affiliated institutions with prior publication experience can apply.


    Application deadline: April 30, 2026

  • SSPH+ 2026 Call for Proposals – Inter-University Activities

    SSPH+ is pleased to launch the 2026 call for proposals to support inter-university activities led by network partners. The aim of this call is to strengthen exchange, collaboration, and the overall SSPH+ spirit.


    Proposals must be submitted by 30 April 2026.


    Funding decisions will be taken by the SSPH+ Directorate by 20 May 2026. A total of up to CHF 50,000 is reserved in the 2026 budget for these activities, with a maximum of CHF 25,000 per project. Funded activities must start no later than October 2026.



    The more information about the call and the submisison form are attached on the side. Information on previously funded projects can be found here: Projects | SSPH+

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