A joint research project by the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts and the University of Lucerne examines how organisations in Switzerland identify, develop and retain talent. The second phase of the study highlights trends, challenges and future directions in Talent Management (TM).

A study led by the University of Lucerne has found that some antibiotics are associated with almost double the risk of wound infections following surgery. These drugs are often prescribed when an allergy is suspected.

High honour for Bruno Staffelbach: The Professor of Business Administration and former President of the University of Lucerne has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Fribourg.

At its 25th anniversary open day, the University of Lucerne welcomed the public to explore its vibrant academic life and remarkable development over the past quarter century. The festive event highlighted the university’s pioneering spirit, close partnerships and forward-looking vision for the future.

A research project at the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine explores what effective treatment for depression in the Global South could look like.

In his new book, Professor of Ecclesiastical Law Adrian Loretan explains how today’s idea of democracy partly arose from Church jurisprudence. Recognising these theological and legal-philosophical foundations offers a deeper understanding of modern secular freedom.

The interfaces "E-EC Index" and "E-EC Shuffle", developed within the framework of the "Visualpedia" project, have been awarded the 2025 Neu-Whitrow Prize. This international distinction recognises outstanding innovation in the creation of research tools for the history of science and technology.

Why does democracy feel so uninspiring today? According to philosopher Michael Ivo Räber, it’s because we’ve forgotten that democracy lives not only in laws and institutions – but in how we sense, imagine and relate to one another.

As of 1 October 2025, the University of Lucerne has appointed PD Dr Marc Bolliger as Professor of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Concurrently, Bolliger will assume the role of Director at Swiss Paraplegic Research (SPF).

The University of Lucerne is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary. This year's Annual Report seizes the opportunity to highlight those who make the university a vibrant hub of knowledge and dialogue: its researchers and lecturers, students, and administrative and technical staff.