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Switzerland tops talent ranking
Lausanne – Switzerland continues to be a world leader when it comes to attracting and retaining talent. It took first place in the latest IMD World Talent Ranking, followed by Denmark and Norway.
Zug defends top spot in location ranking
Zurich – The canton of Zug has defended first place in the annual study on locational quality published by Credit Suisse. The cantons of Zurich and Aargau also secured top spots. Zug is expected to stay at the helm until 2025, but Zurich could be overtaken by the canton of Basel-Stadt.
Researchers edge closer to new osteoporosis drugs
Zurich – Researchers at the University of Zurich have determined the three-dimensional structure of a receptor that controls the release of calcium from bones. The findings could help develop new drugs to treat osteoporosis.
Innovative ski jacket pumps out sweat
Thalwil ZH/Hünenberg ZG – The Swiss sportswear manufacturer KJUS has unveiled the world’s first ski jacket that actively pumps out sweat at the push of a button. The innovative Hydro_Bot technology featured in the jacket was developed by the Swiss technology company Osmotex and Empa.
Ecovolta develops cost-efficient batteries
Brunnen SZ – Ecovolta has developed a standardised battery that can be configured for a range of applications. Already certified as a universal solution, the system brings significantly reduced development and certification costs.
Wittenstein brings high-tech to Grüsch
Grüsch GR – The Wittenstein Group is expanding in Grüsch into a competence centre for drive components. For the second phase of construction, it is investing 22 million Swiss francs.
Bielefeld University deploys another Hamilton sensor
Bonaduz GR – For its research into pharmaceutically relevant proteins, Bielefeld University has long been working with Hamilton Bonaduz AG’s Incyte sensor. Now, the university is also deploying the Dencytee sensor developed by the Graubünden expert for sensor technology.
Biogen proud of Swiss roots
Zug/Luterbach SO – Biogen, an American multinational biotechnology company, was founded in Switzerland 40 years ago. It invited Europe’s scientific community together here to celebrate the special anniversary. The management continues to be committed to having its headquarters and production site in Switzerland.
Kaspersky opens Transparency Center in Zurich
Zurich – Internet security company Kaspersky has opened its first ever Transparency Center in Zurich. As of Tuesday, all malicious and suspicious files coming from European users will also only be processed in Zurich.
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