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Current media articles on the SimplyNano project

Nano experiments in classrooms in Graubünden
Enthusiastic teachers at the “SimplyNano” kick-off event in Chur Science you can touch: High school teachers from various schools in Graubünden immersed themselves in the fascinating world of nanotechnology at Würth International AG in Chur on March 25.
Nanotechnology meets watchmaking art – completion of the first project phase of “SimplyNano 2”
On Wednesday, the sixth advanced training course at Manufacture des Montres Rolex SA in Biel marked the successful conclusion of the first phase of the “SimplyNano 2” education project in the canton of Bern. 20 teachers were given an insight into the world of nanotechnology and vocational training at the watch manufacturer. Due to its great success, a follow-up project is already being planned for fall 2026.
New experiment kit for schools in Bern
How does a diaper actually work? This question and many others can be answered thanks to the “SimplyNano 2” experiment kit, which is now available in the canton of Bern. Around 660 cases will be used in Bernese upper secondary schools in future and will also be used for experimentation courses for teachers.
“SimplyNano” sparks enthusiasm
The “SimplyNano 2” education project for Bernese schools is on course for success: all courses are fully booked. The fifth of a total of six further education courses took place on March 4, 2026 – and left a lasting impression on the 16 teachers. The focus was on amazement, experimentation and discovery.
The canton of Fribourg is the 19th “SimplyNano 2” canton
On February 4, the first “SimplyNano 2” training course took place in the canton of Fribourg. In the afternoon, 19 high school teachers immersed themselves in the world of nanotechnology and got to know the “SimplyNano 2” teaching materials. At the host company Sika Manufacturing AG in Düdingen, the participants were also given an insight into the production facility and were able to make the connection between the professional world and STEM lessons.
Teachers as guests at United Machining
On January 21, the third advanced training course of the “SimplyNano 2” project in the canton of Bern took place at United Machining in Biel. 19 high school teachers from the canton of Bern used the afternoon to immerse themselves in the world of nanotechnology and gain new impetus for their STEM lessons.