Foundation Council

The SNSF is a foundation under private law with a public funding mandate.

The Foundation Council of the SNSF is responsible for ensuring that the SNSF remains true to its mission and for overall governance. Based on a recommendation from the Research Council, it endorses the main pillars of the SNSF's funding policy, in particular the multi-year programme. In addition, it approves the financial statements and the annual report.

For the duration of the
term of office, the Foundation Council will consist of eight members:

  • Jürg Stahl (President)

  • Prof. Astrid Epiney (Vice president)

  • Prof. Nikola Biller-Andorno

  • Dr. Matthias Essenpreis

  • Prof. Urs Frey

  • Jörg Gasser

  • Prof. Lothar Thiele

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