Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology (Eawag)

Based in Dubendorf and Kastanienbaum, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology
(Eawag) is one of the world’s top water research institutes. It employs around 500 FTEs and receives around CHF 55 million (2019) from the Confederation each year.

The combination of expertise in natural sciences, engineering and social sciences enables Eawag to carry out interdisciplinary and comprehensive research into aquatic ecosystems. Eawag develops concepts and technologies for the sustainable use of waterways and water resources in general. Working with numerous partner institutions from both the public and private sector, Eawag helps to align potentially conflicting environmental, economic and social interests in relation to water. In this respect, it serves as a bridge between fundamental research and practical applications.

Eawag also takes on many different service and advisory mandates for public and private institutions. It carries out extensive teaching activities at higher education institutions, supervises Bachelor’s and Master’s degree essays and PhD theses and offers a broad range of advanced studies programmes (CAS, DAS and MAS). These teaching activities help to ensure initial and ongoing training of specialists.