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Faculty of Science and Medicine

At the Faculty of Science and Medicine of the University of Fribourg, we teach the next generation of scientists and doctors, with a particular focus on life sciences, biomedicine, and nanomaterials. We train them to face the future challenges of our society.

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Resistance genes that boost the pathogenic potential of bacteria

Resistance to antibiotics leads to nearly one million deaths worldwide each year. Combating that resistance is naturally a global health priority. Scientists from the University of Fribourg, with help…

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Women in Science: Three Generations Share Their Stories

At the University of Fribourg, women make up a large majority of the student body (67.5% in 2025). However, when looking at the professorial staff, the picture changes: women remain underrepresented, particularly…

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From lab to market: Patentability

Your research could change the world, but most university inventions never leave the lab. To ensure your innovation has real-world impact, know these truths about patenting.