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Researchers speed up search for drugs
Zurich – Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich have developed a method for examining drug candidates. This makes the search for drugs cheaper and more efficient.
Students develop therapy device for skin disease
Zurich – Students from the Greater Zurich Area have developed a therapy device for the treatment of the skin infection leishmaniasis. It can be manufactured cheaply and could be used in developing countries, in particular.
LSZ Impact – Translational Medicine in Zurich
Self-driving bus hits the streets of Neuhausen
Neuhausen am Rheinfall SH – Beginning Tuesday, a self-driving bus will carry passengers through the centre of Neuhausen am Rheinfall, making it the first time anywhere in the world that a self-driving bus is fully integrated into regular transport services.
Twenty-two foreign companies set up business in Schaffhausen
Schaffhausen – Twenty-two foreign companies set up new operations in the canton of Schaffhausen in 2017, and a number of companies are investing in major expansion projects. With a successful year behind it, the canton’s economic promotion agency is already looking ahead with new projects.
Insurance firms form blockchain startup in Zurich
Zurich – A global consortium of insurance companies has formed a startup in Zurich called B3i Services AG to help drive the use of blockchain technology in the insurance industry.
Researchers print multifunctional origami structures
Zurich – Researchers at the Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich have fabricated origami structures into 3D printed objects. The design, which mimics the structure of an earwig’s wing, could serve in solar sails for satellites or foldable tents.
Helicopter Cluster Glarus showcases at symposium
Glarus – The Mollis helicopter base in the canton of Glarus offers external companies pilot training, transport flights and helicopter data. On Thursday, the cluster showcased itself to industry representatives at the Bodensee Aerospace Meeting.
Zurich proves powers of innovation
Zurich – Zurich has secured fifth place overall in a PwC ranking of 34 cities, but notched up second, ahead of San Francisco and New York, for intellectual capital and innovation.
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