FameLab Basel semi-final 2026

FameLab 2026 brings young researchers to the stage to share their science in just three minutes. The Basel semi-final took place on 3 June at 6:30 pm at Verso.

FameLab is an international science communication competition that gives young scientists a stage to inspire audiences around the world. Their challenge: explain a scientific topic in just three minutes – convincingly, creatively and without slides.

Thanks to all participants, the jury members, Kelly and Aurelie for making this an amazing evening!

And congrats to Mohammed, Anna, and Sofia for reaching the Swiss final.

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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 – December 2026