FameLab 2026 brings young researchers to the stage to share their science in just three minutes. The Basel semi-final takes place on 3 June at 6:30 pm at Verso. Apply now and make your science heard!
FameLab is an international science communication competition that gives young scientists a stage to inspire audiences around the world. Your challenge: explain a scientific topic of your choice in just three minutes – convincingly, creatively and without slides.
It’s not about being perfect. It’s about passion, clarity and making science accessible.
Who can apply?
- Everyone between 18 and 35
- Everyone studying or working in STEM or social sciences
Why take part?
- Share your research with an international audience
- Strengthen your communication and presentation skills
- Connect with inspiring scientists from diverse fields
Participants in the Basel semi-final have the opportunity to attend a free preparation workshop by SpeakUp Lab to help them prepare and refine their talk! (date tba)
Whether you’re in the lab, the field or the library – if you have a story to tell, FameLab wants to hear it.
Apply by April 7th and take your science to the stage! https://www.famelab.ch/apply
More information on famelab.ch
Important Dates
- Semi-Final Bern, 30 April 2026
- Semi-Final Zurich, 6 May 2026
- Semi-Final Lausanne, 20 May 2026
- Semi-Final Basel, 3 June 2026
- Virtual Master Class on 13 & 14 June 2026 (mandatory for all national finalists)
- National Final on 6 September 2026 in Bern
- International Final – tba
