Gottfried Schatz

Gottfried Schatz is a renowned Swiss biochemist who served as the eighth president of the Swiss Science Council. He is recognized for his contributions to the field of biochemistry and for his role in evaluating and advising on Switzerland's research and education policies. Schatz's presidency coincided with a period of significant tension between the council and the federal government, ultimately leading to his resignation due to frustrations over the council's diminishing influence.