SNIS Publications

Harnessing the Network for Growth - SNIS Annual Report 2010

Publication Date:

15.09.2011

The annual report reflects the intensive year during which the SNIS has succeeded in maintaining the scope of its funding and networking activities, while it engaged an internal restructuring process geared at further improving its overall efficiency. This objective was achieved resulting in increased allocations for scientific projects. “Do more with less” was the intrinsic motto.

The past year was also marked by important investments for the growing network. The SNIS put considerable resources into IT development providing increased access to its resources, particularly for practitioners of international and non-governmental organisations. The empirical study carried out by the SNIS to refine its understanding of the collaboration patterns between academia and international organisations is another step in improving our networking services.

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snis_annual_report_2010.pdf

Reaching Out - SNIS Annual Report 2009

Publication Date:

21.09.2010

In 2009, the SNIS has continued on its path to become a truly Swiss Network, mobilizing actors in International Studies across the country. This is nowhere more apparent than in the applications for funding that were received throughout the year. The large geographical scope was particularly striking in the annual call for projects. More than half of the 100 submitted projects emanated from the German speaking cantons and universities. This demonstrates that the SNIS has clearly increased its visibility beyond Geneva and that it now encompasses the entire specialized academic community in Switzerland.

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SNIS-AnnualReport_100903_web.pdf

SNIS Annual Report 2008

Publication Date:

27.08.2009

In 2008 the Geneva International Academic network (GIAN) transitioned to the Swiss Network for International Studies (SNIS). The SNIS mission is to act as a research network and provide funding opportunities for scientists in Switzerland working in the domain of International Studies. A Director was appointed in early 2008, while the former Executive Secretary finalised GIAN activities prior to leaving office in December 2008.

This intense transition period brought about many changes and required renewed organisational structures with its associated organs and procedures, as well as the development of a new corporate identity. Nonetheless, important activities were assured throughout this process including the Call for Proposals as well as the follow-through of former GIAN projects. The new organisation profited greatly from existing resources and knowledge, as well as the concerted eff ort of all staff members.

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AnnualReport08_web.pdf