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Top Stories from Western Switzerland (August 2025)

1 September 2025

A study by CHUV and UNIGE published in Nature Neuroscience shows that virtual reality scenarios can activate the human immune system in the absence of real pathogens.

CHUV and UNIGE study shows virtual reality can trigger an immune response

20 August 2025

Researchers from HUG and UNIGE have developed patient-derived lung cancer “mini-tumors” to rapidly identify the most effective personalized treatments.

Geneva team develops lung cancer “mini-tumors” to accelerate personalized treatments

13 August 2025

Researchers at the University of Geneva have uncovered that astrocytes in the brain’s cortex originate from two distinct types of progenitors, a finding that could reshape therapeutic strategies for neurological disorders.

University of Geneva researchers uncover two distinct origins of key brain cells

11 August 2025

Biopôle has evolved its Start Up Fund into a 24 month scheme combining non dilutive capital, investor training and growth support.

Biopôle launches enhanced Investment Programme to boost life sciences start‑ups

6 August 2025

Bern-based medtech Compremium is testing its compressibility-based device in patients with thyroid nodules to improve diagnostic precision and reduce unnecessary surgeries.

Compremium launches human study for non-invasive thyroid cancer diagnostic

15 July 2025

Vaud-based medtech Comphya strengthens its clinical pipeline with fresh capital and prepares for pivotal trials in the United States.

Comphya raises CHF 7.5 million for its neurostimulation therapy to treat erectile dysfunction

14 July 2025

CREAL has raised USD 8.9 million to boost AR and vision care tech with ZEISS, advancing light field displays for immersive, eye-friendly digital experiences.

CREAL raises USD 8.9 million to advance AR and vision care innovation

14 July 2025

Geneva-based biotech Stalicla secures funding to advance precision medicine programs for autism and substance use disorders.

Addex Therapeutics leads CHF 2 million investment in Stalicla

14 July 2025

Geneva strengthens its support for breakthrough innovation with new FIF funding awarded to InTeeth, Speqqle, and 4D-PicoSense.

Three Geneva start-ups receive support from the FONGIT Innovation Fund

9 July 2025

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