FORS is the Swiss centre of expertise in the social sciences.

We support social science research by collecting and providing survey data for Swiss and international research projects, building on our expertise in designing and implementing surveys.

We ensure the long-term archiving and open dissemination of research data, and offer methodological, data management, and technical support.

We foster national and international collaborations and actively promote Open Research Data to encourage data sharing and reuse.

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Events

Webinar: Informed consent in the social sciences and humanities

11/12/2025

Learn how to handle informed consent and its impact on data sharing, anonymisation, and ethical research.

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Data Live: Your monthly Q&A on data management and data sharing

11/12/2025

Do you have questions about managing and sharing your social science research data? We’ve got answers. Every second Thursday of the month from 13:00 to 14:00 online.

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News

Participate in the ‘Good Life’ Data Challenge!

The LIVES Centre is launching the “Good Life” Data Challenge. Use SHP data to explore what predicts a happy, meaningful, and psychologically rich life. Submit a brief theory-driven proposal by 15 February 2026.

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New research topic published in Frontiers in sociology

How do factors like social origin, education, migration background, or gender shape life chances over time? Consult the editorial and the full research topic.

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FORS launches new visual Identity

We are pleased to launch our modernised visual identity, which reflects our evolution and aligns with our activities and ongoing development.

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FORS Expertise in Data Collection and Methodology

From questionnaire design to data analysis, FORS offers comprehensive methodological support for your surveys. Contact us to discuss your needs and request an offer.

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