UZH Mentoring Award for Andreas Vieli
Andreas Vieli, Professor of Glaciology and Geomorphodynamics, receives one of the three UZH Mentoring Awards 2027 for his exceptional ability to combine scientific excellence with humanity, a strong sense of community, and a lasting commitment to mentoring the next generation of researchers. Congratulations!
Every two years early career researchers at UZH can nominate supervisors who demonstrate outstanding mentorship and supervisory excellence. The award recognizes individuals who make a lasting contribution to their mentees' career development, inspire them in their academic work, and foster an inclusive and supportive working environment.
The jury, composed of seven early career researchers, was particularly impressed by:
- his dedication to create an environment in which everyone feels valued, supported, and safe – particularly during demanding fieldwork;
- his open-minded, non-judgmental attitude and thoughtful feedback that help early-career researchers navigate difficult situations constructively; and
- his understanding of research as a collaborative endeavour, actively involving local communities, supporting researchers in the regions where he works, and promoting Open Science and Citizen Science.
More about the UZH Mentoring Award.
The award will be presented at the Sparkling Research event on 4 March 2027.
Photo: Andreas Vieli during field work in Greenland (Credits: Ethan Welty)