Valeriia Hutskalova (Chemistry), Julian Rogger (Geosciences), Astrid Stubbusch (Biology) and Andrea Weibel (Astronomy) were honoured with the Prix Schläfli 2026 for findings made in the context of their dissertations. Through this prize, the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT) singles out the four most significant insights of young researchers at Swiss universities. The Prix Schläfli has been awarded since 1866.
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Valeriia Hutskalova is a humorous "toolmaker" in Chemistry
Valeriia really wanted to be a pianist, but she found enjoyment in chemistry. In her thesis at the University of Basel, she showed that even particularly stable molecule rings can be intentionally “cut” and put together again. Read the full article about Valeriia on the Website of SCNAT.
Valeriia joined the SCS Foundation Alfred Werner Scholarship Program for Master students in 2019 and successfully continued her studies in 2021 as a PhD student. We would like to thank the SCS Foundation and all of the program’s supporters for making it possible for students like Valeriia to launch their careers in Switzerland.
David Spichiger, SCS
20.05.2026