Space is not just about the rockets and launches. This panel gathers experts working in Switzerland and Korea to discuss governance and sustainability – the ecosystems built on smart policy and cooperation. As new actors and technologies crowd the Earth’s orbit, questions regarding responsible conduct in space become more relevant than ever. Coordination among players, as laid out e.g. in the MoU between KASA and the European Space Agency ESA (of which Switzerland is a founding member) offers a path to discovery through joint space operations to ensure a peaceful and sustainable future for all.

Invitation Only

The Swiss-Korean Science Day brings together leading Swiss and Korean researchers for half-day symposium exploring scientific discovery across scales — from cosmology and the large-scale structure of the Universe to planetary systems, and advanced Earth observation science. Through three thematic sessions the event highlights shared strengths, fosters dialogue, and supports the development of future Swiss–Korean research collaboration.

Registration deadline: 7 June

The 13th Swiss-Korean Life Science Symposium “Advancing the Future of Health Through Research in Extreme Environments” explores how space, space-analogue environments, and other extreme settings can serve as powerful laboratories for advancing biomedical research, medical engineering, and health-related technologies. Through keynote talks, expert presentations, and an international panel discussion, the session highlights how interdisciplinary collaboration across science, healthcare, industry, and innovation ecosystems can accelerate the development of solutions with real-world impact for patients and society.

Registration deadline: 7 June

These Swiss–Korean workshops with KASI and KARI bring together leading experts advancing space science and technology. From cosmology, dark matter, solar and planetary science to mission instrumentation, cosmic-dust detection, deployable structures and Earth-observation sensors, the events highlight frontier research and innovative applications for space and Earth.

Deadline for request for invitation: 16 May 2024

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This event highlights Swiss companies working in the space economy and their commercially driven technologies. Attendees can gain insight into current developments, market-oriented solutions, and areas of potential collaboration. It provides a practical opportunity for Korean stakeholders to connect with Swiss industry players and explore shared interests in the growing space sector.

Registration deadline: 8 June

This session will explore how cutting-edge space technologies—ranging from advanced systems and materials to AI-driven engineering tools—are reshaping industry, science, and society. The discussion will highlight how Swiss and Korean innovations together open new frontiers in space mobility, sustainability, communication, and human resilience in space and on Earth.

Registration deadline: 9 June

How much can you say in 400 seconds? To wrap up the 2026 Swiss-Korean Innovation Week, the Swiss Embassy will host its traditional PechaKucha Storytelling Night. Fascinating speakers from diverse backgrounds will share their personal stories of innovation, creativity, and passion, using the dynamic format of 20 images shown for 20 seconds each. Join us for the closing event and take the opportunity to network and exchange ideas in a relaxed and festive atmosphere.

Registration opens on May 29

This workshop is the first youth-focused educational program to be introduced at the Swiss–Korean Innovation Week. Developed in cooperation with the NC Cultural Foundation, the program is designed as a hands-on learning experience for young students and includes direct engagement with experts from the Community of Human Analogue Space Missions (CHASM) and the Academic Space Initiative Switzerland (ARIS), who will meet with Korean students. It focuses on strengthening scientific thinking and creative problem-solving skills through an analog space mission that simulates space exploration on Earth, as well as through model rocket construction.

Registration opens on May 13