Member of SCNAT

The Swiss Society for Astrophysics and Astronomy (SSAA) aims to promote the study and the research in the fields of astrophysics and astronomy, to develop in Switzerland mutual information and collaboration between astronomers and to support their joint scientific efforts.

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Financial Support

The SSAA offers various options for financial support. Please note the specific requirements for applications, to whom and by when they must be submitted:

MERAC Awards:
31 March 2025 and 30 September 2025


Young Scientist Travel Support: 31 March 2025


Astronomy Outreach Support: 31 March 2025


Conference Support: 15 August 2025