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The LOOP Zurich launches first research projects
Zurich – The new medical research center The LOOP Zurich will develop bespoke therapies for patients. It is bringing together specialists from Zurich universities and hospitals. The first two research projects are in the fields of oncology and neurorehabilitation.
New investment record for the biotech industry
Zurich - The Swiss biotech industry achieved great things again in 2020. For the tenth year in succession, it secured top spot in the Global Innovation Index. Moreover, the latest Swiss Biotech Report shows that capital investment in Swiss biotech firms increased almost threefold versus 2019.
Swiss m4m Center gets green light to print implants
Bettlach SO - The Swiss m4m Center located in the canton of Solothurn has been successfully certified. It is now permitted to manufacture medical implants via 3D printing processes. The aim of the center is to support and realize innovative ideas in the field of 3D printing.
SkyCell helps to transport vaccines
Zug – The British airline Virgin Atlantic is now transporting sensitive pharmaceutical products such as vaccines in smart containers developed by SkyCell. Using sensors and blockchain technology, these are able to monitor the status of precious cargo in real time.
Blockchain start-up raises 5 million US dollars
Zurich – EnsoFinance intends to repurpose the structure of social media channels to create an innovative investment platform. The start-up has now raised fresh capital of some 5 million US dollars and intends to launch its Ethereum-based platform in the near future.
HeiQ viral blocker to protect gyms
Schlieren ZH – Gold’s Gym, a major US fitness company, will be deploying the viral blocker systems developed by the technology enterprise HeiQ to protect its fitness studios. Gold’s Gym operates nearly 700 sites across all continents.
Researchers improve discussions around chocolate
Winterthur – Sensory researchers have managed to break down the various aromas that make up the smell of cocoa. These 25 key aromas have now been named and can be obtained as part of an aroma kit. This cocoa vocabulary helps to create a common language, similar to that used for wine tastings.
New data center for the Greater Zurich Area
Beringen SH - Safe Host is planning to build a new data center in Beringen. It will be located on the site of the former SIG tennis club. The building will produce its own solar power in addition to re-using any waste heat it generates.
Positive outlook for Swiss biotech VC
Venture capital is particularly important for biotech start-ups as the road to a product is long. In Switzerland, the chances of funding are positive, according to Nadine Geiser, an investment manager at the venture capital company Redalpine Venture Partners.
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