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USI researchers identify immune regulator
Bellinzona – At the Institute for Research in Biomedicine, researchers have discovered a mechanism that regulates immune reactions. It helps our understanding of what happens during many types of illness, including the Covid-19 pandemic. In the long term, this discovery could lead to new treatment approaches.
Robots to be given a sense of touch
Zurich – Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich are seeking to develop low-cost tactile sensors. The sensors give feedback on how much force is required to securely grip an object. Robots can therefore learn how to grasp fragile objects as well.
Yapeal receives Switzerland’s first FinTech license
Zurich - Yapeal AG is now able to offer its own accounts and own IBAN. The digital bank has become the first company to obtain a Swiss FinTech license. The neobank has therefore now taken a major step closer to launching on the market.
IRB seeking to develop immunotherapy for coronavirus
Bellinzona – The Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB) is planning to develop an immunotherapy treatment for coronavirus. To this end, a consortium established by the institute has now received financial support from the EU.
Expansion of AO research institute to go ahead
Davos - The AO Foundation is planning to extend its research facility in Davos. The government of the canton of Graubünden has now put in place the requisite legal conditions for this. Surgeons specializing in the treatment of broken bones conduct research at the institute.
Swiss Re and Microsoft cooperating for data analysis
Zurich – The reinsurance provider Swiss Re wants to better assess risks through the intelligent use of data and is collaborating with the IT giant Microsoft in order to do so. Initially, the partners aim to focus on intelligent vehicles and Industry 4.0.
Interroll launches new sorting solution
Sant'Antonino TI - Interroll has developed a new, high-performance, automatic sorting system, which can even process larger, heavier goods. The company from the Greater Zurich Area creates sorting systems that are used worldwide, for example at Amazon and DHL, among others.
British company takes over InCube
Zurich/London – The British company Finantix is taking over InCube, a fintech company from the Greater Zurich Area specializing in artificial intelligence and robotics. With this, Finantix aims to strengthen its presence on the Swiss market.
Big Kaiser invests in the Greater Zurich Area
Rümlang ZH – In May, Big Kaiser will open a state-of-the-art technology center at its headquarters in the Greater Zurich Area. The precision tools manufacturer is aiming to equip itself for Industry 4.0. The number of employees will also be increased.
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