OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences – is a dynamic, innovative university that strengthens the Eastern Switzerland region with forward-looking initiatives and makes a significant contribution to its economic and social development. With 3 campuses, around 3,800 students spread across six Schools, 1,500 professionals pursuing executive education, and over 1,000 current research projects, it is Eastern Switzerland’s regional educational hub. With the focus of its research and development geared toward the effective knowledge transfer, OST plays a leading role among Swiss universities of applied sciences and contributes to solving relevant social and economic issues for its stakeholders. www.ost.ch/en