University of Bern and McGill University Partnership

Advancing Precision Medicine Together

The University of Bern – McGill University Partnership in Precision Medicine unites two leading institutions—the University of Bern (Switzerland) and McGill University (Montreal, Canada)—to advance global health through precision medicine.
Together, the partners are tackling major global health challenges such as metabolic diseases (including diabetes and obesity) and exploring other areas where precision approaches can transform patient care.

Our mission

Driving Research Together: A Mission for International Health Innovation

At the core of the University of Bern – McGill Partnership in Precision Medicine lies a shared commitment to scientific excellence and global collaboration. By uniting our strengths across disciplines and institutions, we aim to advance research, empower the future generation of leaders in precision medicine, and transform healthcare through innovations in genomics, biomarkers, and digital health. Together, we bridge expertise across borders to accelerate discovery, foster innovation, and shape a more personalized and healthier future in medicine..

News

A Summer in Montreal: Lia at McGill University Summer School

This summer, our medical student Lia from Bern joined the McGill University Summer School — gaining new insights into medicine, meeting peers from around the world, and experiencing the power of international collaboration.

Seed Grant Winners Announced

The inaugural University of Bern – McGill Partnership in Precision Medicine Seed Grant was awarded to PD Dr. Elisavet Moutzouri Beifuss, MD PhD, and Prof. Dr. med. Andri Rauch. Their work reflects the spirit of innovation and collaboration that defines our partnership.

The University of Bern – McGill Partnership in Precision Medicine Seed Grant

In early 2025, we launched the University of Bern – McGill Partnership in Precision Medicine Seed Grant to advance collaborative clinical research in personalised health and genomic medicine — a key element of the strategic partnership between the two universities.