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New COVID-19 antibody enters clinical testing
Bellinzona – The Institute for Research in Biomedicine at the Università della Svizzera italiana is now moving into the clinical trial phase with its second-generation antibody against the novel coronavirus. In the laboratory, it has been active against all known variants of the virus.
Ledgy raises US$10 million
Zurich – Ledgy has secured US$10 million in a funding round. The round was led by US venture capitalist Sequoia Capital. Ledgy has built an equity management software solution for companies.
Experts outline approach for blockchain ecosystem
Zurich - The 4T-DLT initiative is committed to creating a trustworthy Distributed Ledger Technology ecosystem in Switzerland. To this end, it has now developed a new approach. This is designed to serve as a navigation aid to the authorities, among other aspects.
Bloom Diagnostics opens store
Zurich - The MedTech firm Bloom Diagnostics has opened its first flagship store. The Bloom Lab will be available here for free testing. This device is able to determine a series of health markers.
Nautilus acquires ETH spin-off Vay
Zurich – The US company Nautilus has agreed a deal to acquire Vay AG. The spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich has developed a solution for computer-based motion analysis. Nautilus is seeking to integrate this technology in its fitness products.
ABB and Stäubli seeking to electrify mining industry
Pfäffikon SZ/Zurich - ABB and Stäubli have agreed to collaborate. Together, the two partners are planning to reduce the carbon footprint of the mining industry. To this end, electrical solutions for machinery and mining vehicles are being developed.
Idun Technologies raises 2 million Swiss francs
Opfikon ZH - Idun Technologies AG has closed an extended seed financing round after raising fresh capital totaling 2 million Swiss francs. The neurotechnology company from the Greater Zurich Area has developed a brain-sensing in-ear hearable device.
BlueReg opening office in the Greater Zurich Area
Zug - BlueReg is strengthening its presence in Europe with a new office located in Zug. From here, the international regulatory consultancy organization for life sciences companies intends to serve its Swiss customers.
ETH still the best university in mainland Europe
Zurich – The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH) is still the best university on the European continent according to the Times Higher Education ranking list. Its sister university in Lausanne and the University of Zurich also make it into the top 100.
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