Originally founded by Prof. Eward Weibel as USGEB (Union of Swiss Societies for Experimental Biology) in 1969, the society has more than 50 year history in uniting researchers from various Life Sciences disciplines, facilitating interdisciplinary collaborating, protecting and promoting scientific work and educating the general public. In 2012, USGEB changed its name to LS2 (Life Sciences Switzerland). Since then, the society has expanded by adding more Sections, becoming the largest Life Sciences Society in Switzerland, representing approx. 1000 members.
The society runs scientific programs, organizes conferences and workshops, and coordinates initiatives bringing together academic researchers, industry partners, and early-career scientists.
LS2 organizes:
Join our next Knowledge @ Noon session focused on transitioning from academia to industry.
Hear from: Norbert Volkmar (DISCO Pharmaceuticals) providing small biotech perspective and Marlene Rothe (Novartis) about her experience in big pharma. Learn about career paths, transferable skills, and what to expect when moving beyond academia.
Register by 9 June 2026.
The registration is open for Theory Across Biology 2026 in Bern on June 12. The event emphasizes chalk-talk presentations and flip-chart discussions that encourage deep, cross-disciplinary exchange on shared biological principles.
Deadlines & Dates:
• Abstract submission: 10 May 2026
• General registration: 24 May 2026
The meeting is FREE for LS2 members!
Mentorship is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth, leadership development, and strengthening professional communities. But impactful mentorship doesn’t happen by chance. It requires structure, skill, and intention.
Therefore, on Thursday, 11 June 2026, at Haus der Akademien in Bern we will be hosting an interactive, hands-on workshop for our members only! Led by Natasha Konstantinova, this workshop will help participants to gain practical tools and frameworks to confidently design and maintain successful mentoring relationships.
Given the highly interactive format, places are strictly limited to 21, so register now and secure your spot early!
Registration is now open for the Swiss Physiology Meeting 2026, organized by the LS2 Physiology Section and taking place in Fribourg on September 3, 2026.
A major highlight of the meeting is the Young Investigator Award (YIA) contest. Early Career Researchers, including PhD students and early postdoctoral fellows, are strongly encouraged to participate, present their ongoing work, and compete for prizes recognizing outstanding oral and poster presentations. Registration deadline: 31.05.2026.
We are pleased to invite you to the Swiss Autophagy Conference 2026, taking place on September 3-4, 2026, in Fribourg, Switzerland.
This year’s theme, “Autophagy in Development, Disease and Ageing,” will bring together early-career researchers and experts to discuss the latest advances in autophagy research. The interactive two-day program includes keynote lectures, short talks, and flash presentations, offering excellent opportunities for scientific exchange and networking.
Abstract submission until June 21, 2026! Register until July 31, 2026.
Our September 2026 PhD Travel Grant call is open!
Apply by 01.09.2026.
The LS2 Annual Meeting 2026 in Zurich brought together the life sciences community for 2½ days of inspiring science and exchange under the theme “Fueling Life Across Scales.”
From outstanding keynote lectures to dynamic symposia, poster sessions, and vibrant networking opportunities, the meeting highlighted the breadth and excellence of research across Switzerland and beyond.
We thank all participants, speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors who made this event a success.
Curious to relive the highlights? See all pictures HERE!
Congratulations to Dr. Olimpia Bompadre (EPF Lausanne) and Dr. Juan Cruz Landoni (EPF Lausanne) - the winners of "PIs of Tommorrow" competition at LS2AM26!
Congrats also to the finalists Dr. Theodora Constantin (University of Basel) and Dr. Alaz Ozcan (University of Zurich)!
Big THANK YOU to PIOT chairs for the wonderful session and the sponsors of PIOT prizes: NIKON, New England Biolabs, MDPI - Medical Sciences and Proteomes and opnMe by Boehringer Ingelheim.
