Scientific activities

The Brocher Foundation welcomes researchers from all over the world for residencies of 1 to 2 months, to write a book, articles, essays and/or a doctoral thesis in an exceptional, peaceful environment that stimulates concentration.

Everything is done to ensure that junior and senior researchers staying at the same time develop a scientific network as well as a network with experts from international organizations based in Geneva (WHO, WTO, WIPO, UNHCR, ILO, ICRC, MSF...).

Since its inauguration in 2007, the Brocher Foundation has welcomed 50 researchers every year.

The rigorous selection process carried out by the Scientific Committee enables numerous experts to take part in high-quality workshops and keep abreast of ELSI's international news on medical development and healthcare policy.

The Foundation provides the Researchers with accommodation and work space on its magnificent estate.
A few days after their arrival, the Researchers have the pleasure of presenting their respective research projects to each other at a one-day workshop held in the Foundation's auditorium. This day, and the evening meals taken together, encourage conviviality and informal exchanges between the Researchers.

At the end of their stay, the researchers submit a scientific report to the Foundation.

Every two years, the Brocher Harvard Summer Academy brings together, for a week-long session, eminent professors and promising researchers wishing to gain solid experience in the ethical allocation of health resources from a global health perspective.

Each summer academy focuses on a specific sub-theme.

The program is built around daily workshops and round-table discussions, offering students a unique opportunity to talk directly with renowned professors.