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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.
Numab Therapeutics raises fresh capital
Wädenswil ZH - Numab Therapeutics has raised a total of 22 million Swiss francs. The company based in the Greater Zurich Area develops special antibodies in the area of immuno-oncology.
University of Zurich test tubes on their way to the ISS
Zurich - The University of Zurich has sent human stem cells to the International Space Station. A process for the production of human tissue under conditions of weightlessness is to be tested.
Zurich Airport among the best in Europe
Montreal - Zurich Airport has once again won the Airport Service Quality Award for the best airport in its size category. The award is presented by the Airports Council International, which is the global industry association.
Medacta receives US clearance for ACDF procedures
Castel San Pietro TI - The medtech firm Medacta has received authorization for a plate to fix cervical vertebrae in the USA. The innovative device facilitates surgical treatment of numerous conditions related to the cervical spine.
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