EAWAG’s central task is research focused on water. Applying its specialist know-how, EAWAG places great value on an interdepartemental and transdisciplinary approach to research. EAWAG’s scientific competence and international links provide the basis for successful teaching and consulting.

Areas of research at EAWAG

• Surface waters - Research and Management (Surf)
• Aquatic Ecology (Eco)
• Fishecology and Evolution (Eco)
• Water resources and drinking water (W+T)
• Environmental engineering (Ing)
• Urban water management (SWW)
• Water and sanitation in developing countries (Sandec)
• Environmental Chemistry (Uchem)
• Environmental Microbiology (Umik)
• Environmental Toxicology (Utox)
• Systems analysis, integrated assessment, and modelling (Siam)
• Comprehensive Innovation Research in Utility Sectors (Cirus)