BFH and BAKOM Strengthen Collaboration in Radio Communication and EMC
17.03.2026 | from Bern University of Applied Sciences
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17.03.2026, The Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH) and the Federal Office of Communications (BAKOM) are deepening their collaboration in the areas of radio communication and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). A memorandum of understanding signed on March 4, 2026, lays the foundation for joint projects with the aim of ensuring interference-free telecommunications.
The occasion for the closer cooperation is the realization of the new BFH campus in Biel, which will open in about two years. A modern EMC and radio measurement chamber will be established there, offering new opportunities for joint projects and measurements in the future. This infrastructure aims to strengthen the connection between regulation, research, teaching, and practice. The planned collaboration includes joint conferences, seminars and workshops, cooperation in measurements and tests, as well as the mutual use of measurement infrastructure.
Knowledge Transfer and Education for Sustainable Telecommunications
The main goal of the agreement is to ensure interference-free telecommunications. This includes, in particular, the protection and efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum. Furthermore, the focus is on practical training for future specialists: they should be sensitized to the various electromagnetic and radio-related phenomena and learn how to avoid disturbances.
The partnership supports knowledge transfer between the federal competence centre and applied research, making a significant contribution to sustainable telecommunications in Switzerland.
BFH is looking forward to the next joint steps with BAKOM.
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Source: Bern University of Applied Sciences, Press release
Original article published on: BFH und BAKOM stärken Zusammenarbeit in Funkkommunikation und EMV