Gen Suisse is a foundation that supports dialogue between scientists, politicians and the public on future-orientated topics regarding life sciences in Switzerland. The foundation promotes and strengthens the research environment in the country through their educational activities. In 2016 Gen Suisse is celebrating its 25th anniversary, having been established in 1991 to support the use of gene technology, before expanding its focus to the life sciences field more broadly.
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