The interdisciplinary network of the SNI is made up of research groups from the leading research institutions in Northwestern Switzerland. These research groups work on basic and applied re- search projects, ensure an excellent standard of research work, and are committed to the training of early career researchers. (Background image: iStock) In the focal areas Public relations and science communication formation in the form of videos, brochures, media of nanoimaging It’s important to the SNI team not only to train young releases and an online magazine that reach the dif- and nanofabrica- scientists, conduct excellent research and act as a ferent target groups via various social media chan- tion, the Nano sought-after partner and service provider, but also nels. Technology Cen- to inform the general public about SNI activities and ter acts as a foster an interest in the natural sciences. service unit and As part of science festivals, exhibitions and mar- research partner, kets, as well as through laboratory tours and collab- providing valu- orations with adult education centers or other insti- able support for tutions, SNI staff seek to engage with various target wide-ranging groups. Through individual formats, which are al- research projects. most always associated with interactive activities, the SNI team opens the door to the world of tiny structures and objects, generating interest in nano- research. The communication team also collates in- SNI Annual Report 2024 11