The SNSF should focus on its core competencies

The Swiss Science and Innovation Council (SSIC) has evaluated the SNSF’s strategic funding of research infrastructures and disciplines. In its report, it advises the SNSF to focus on scientific aspects when evaluating research infrastructures and to continue the established practice of funding basic research. It also suggests looking into the possibility of introducing a new funding scheme for high-risk/high-reward research. These recommendations have been considered in the SNSF’s multi-year programme.