Max Imboden

Max Imboden was a prominent Swiss constitutional law professor who served as the first president of the Swiss Science Council (Schweizerische Wissenschaftsrat). Under his leadership, the council advocated for the opening of universities to society and the expansion of studies in women's studies and mass communication. His tenure marked the beginning of the council's efforts to enhance the academic landscape in Switzerland, although he faced challenges in gaining the government's full support.