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 2024-2027 term of office, the Foundation Council will consist of nine members:
- Jürg Stahl (President)
- Prof. Astrid Epiney (Vice president)
- Prof. Nikola Biller-Andorno
- Dr. Matthias Essenpreis
- Prof. Urs Frey
- Jörg Gasser
- Prof. Lothar Thiele
- Agnès Petit
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