For researchers

In the ever-evolving landscape of academic inquiry, the significance of robust research infrastructure cannot be overstated. As researchers continually push the boundaries of knowledge, access to state-of-the-art tools and collaborative platforms becomes imperative for the advancement of groundbreaking discoveries.

SLICES-CH aspires to empower researchers, offering them the essential resources and collaborative frameworks needed to navigate the complexities of contemporary research effectively.

Below, we outline the expected impacts that SLICES-CH will have on researchers, illustrating our dedication to providing an environment conducive to excellence and collaboration:

• Providing experimental research infrastructure for researchers.​​ 
• Providing support to the researchers throughout their experimental lifecycle.​​ 
• Facilitating collaboration and information sharing among researchers globally.​​ 
• Enabling reproducibility and verification of research findings.​​ 
• Supporting large-scale data storage, processing, and analysis.​​ 
• Facilitating interdisciplinary research by providing access to a diverse range of data and resources.​​ 
• Increasing research efficiency by providing access to shared resources and tools.​​ 
• Supporting the training and development of the next generation of researchers.​​ 
• Promoting innovation and advances in research by providing access to cutting-edge technology & tools.​​ 
• Supporting open science practices by making research data and resources openly available.​​ 
• Enhancing the impact and visibility of research by making it easier to disseminate findings to a wider audience.​​ 
• Promoting sustainability in research by reducing duplication of effort and promoting resource sharing. 

For research institutions

SLICES-CH signifies a paradigm shift for research institutions, offering a strategic pathway to elevate their organizational prowess and thrive in an era of collaborative innovation. This collaborative infrastructure presents a unique opportunity for research institutions to streamline their operations, enhance overall efficiency, and ensure cost-effective resource allocation. By centralizing access to cutting-edge technologies, SLICES-CH not only equips these institutions with state-of-the-art tools but also fosters a culture of knowledge sharing and international collaboration.

SLICES-CH is set to bring a variety of benefits and meet the unique needs of research institutions through:

• Mutualisation of resources and cost-saving​​ 
• Easier access to research infrastructure ​​ 
• Access to larger research infrastructure ​​ 
• Access to state-of-the-art technologies​​ 
• International cooperation ​​ 
• Support of reproducibility of experiments​​ 
• Interoperability: unification of access APIs​​ 
• Knowledge sharing among institutions​​
• Building a community of research institutions   

For industries

SLICES-CH represents an invaluable opportunity for industrial players to elevate their research and development initiatives. SLICES-CH not only grants industries access to essential research infrastructure for their own R&D efforts but also serves as a catalyst for substantial cost savings. Beyond its tangible benefits, SLICES-CH offers industries a platform to contribute, showcase technological prowess, and actively participate in the facilitation of innovation and technological advancement. what SLICES-CH presents the industries with an array of capabilities, including:

• Access to the RI for their own R&D​​ 
• Cost-saving​​ 
• Contributing with and showcasing technology​​ 
• Facilitating innovation and technological advancement​​ 
• Increasing access to talent and resources​​ 
• Improving productivity and efficiency​​ 
• Enhancing collaboration and sharing of resources​​ 
• Strengthening global competitiveness​​ 
• Supporting market development​​ 
• Increasing access to data and information 

For Switzerland

In the context of Switzerland’s innovation landscape, the strategic integration of cutting-edge research infrastructure is pivotal for both economic growth and technological leadership. SLICES-CH, positioned at the nexus of collaborative innovation, offers Switzerland a unique opportunity to realize these objectives. Below, we detail the myriad ways in which SLICES-CH can directly benefit Switzerland, enhancing its global competitiveness, supporting technology leadership and industry, and bolstering the nation’s sovereignty in technology: 

• Saving costs through mutualised RI​​ 
• Enhancing and supporting international cooperation​​ 
• Facilitating collaboration and sharing of resources at national and regional levels​​ 
• Enhancing innovation and technological advancement​​ 
• Increasing economic growth and job creation​​ 
• Supporting technology leadership and industry​​ 
• Strengthening global competitiveness​​ 
• Increasing access to data and information​​ 
• Supporting Swiss technology sovereignty