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Prix de Quervain

The "Prix de Quervain" for Polar and High Altitude Research is attributed to young scientists for outstanding achievements in their MA or PhD thesis or other research projects. In 2016, the call is open for research conducted in, or concerning polar regions.

Photo Ausschreibung Prix de Quervain 2016

The "Prix de Quervain" is announced annually, and funded by the Swiss Committee on Polar and High Altitude Research SKPH and the Commission for the Research Station on Jungfraujoch SKJF. At the occasion of the "Prix de Quervain", a symposium featuring renowned speakers takes place every autumn. The author of the awarded MA or PhD thesis or research project will be given the occasion to present his or her research results during this event to an interdisciplinary public.
The announcement letter featuring the details concerning the participation and the inscription form are available in German and French.

Categories

  • Alps
  • High altitude research