Life and Health
Researching living systems and human health, from neuroscience to psychology and medicine.
Research at the University of Fribourg
Research at the University of Fribourg combines diverse disciplines to advance knowledge and contribute to society. Dive into the numbers, fields, and achievements that define research at Unifr.
Research in numbers
1200+
researchers working across all disciplines
33%
of staff funded through competitive research grants
70 Million
CHF in external funding secured each year
Research Profile
From health and materials science to climate, AI, society, and languages, these research areas provide an overview of the University's diverse research landscape based on publication data.
Physics, Materials Science and Chemistry
Advancing knowledge of matter, energy, and materials through research in physics, chemistry, and materials science.
Environment and Earth Systems
Addressing environmental challenges through research on climate, cryosphere, geology, and ecosystems.
Digital and Intelligent Systems
Developing solutions in artificial intelligence, data science, computer science, and connected digital technologies.
Society, Politics and Governance
Understanding the human world through the study of institutions, society, and communication.
Languages, Culture and Ideas
Exploring human expression and thought through language, history, philosophy.
Interdisciplinary Focus Areas
The University of Fribourg is actively developing and promoting research areas that should shape its future direction. The following is a dinamic selection of such areas.
Food research tackles challenges from farm to fork.
With a strong focus on sustainability and health, researchers at the University of Fribourg work closely with industry and public partners to translate scientific insights into real-world impact.
Language shapes how we think and perceive others.
Research at the University of Fribourg investigates the real-world impact of communication—from job advertisements and media headlines to public health messages—helping to better understand behavior and address social inequalities.
Digital technologies are transforming the way information is produced and used.
At the University of Fribourg, research examines the role of data, algorithms, and artificial intelligence in communication, as well as their impact on information behavior and public debate.
In an increasingly uncertain world, understanding how systems adapt is crucial.
Research at the University of Fribourg develops new approaches to modeling complex environments, shedding light on decision-making processes and system resilience under real-world conditions.
