Future Technologies

Scientific Advisory Board

The Scientific Advisory Board supports the Executive Committee in devising the strategy and advises it in terms of scientific policy. Its main task is the early detection of major socio-political problems following on from technological developments. 

Thematic Platforms

SATW's thematic platforms are networks of experts who are particularly active in the field of early technology detection. The members of the thematic platform identify new technological developments and point out fields of action and consequences for Switzerland. 

Technology Outlook

One of the SATW’s key missions is the early identification of new, possibly disruptive technologies that will become relevant for Switzerland’s economy and society in the next three to five years. Every two years, the SATW therefore publishes a public early identification report that presents these technologies and assesses their significance. The current report presents groundbreaking technologies drawn from the fields most relevant to the Swiss economy. This list of technologies was compiled in close cooperation with the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI) as well as more than 70 experts.