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Spirecut, a Swiss medtech pioneer in ultrasound-guided hand surgery, has inaugurated Switzerland’s first Center of Excellence at the Clinique de la Main in Geneva. The center aims to train surgeons in the SonoSurgery technique while supporting research into new applications for Spirecut’s Sono-Instruments®.

Spirecut opens Switzerland’s first Center of Excellence for ultrasound-guided hand surgery

17 December 2024

Limula, Actival, and AirCurve have received funding from the FIT to advance groundbreaking solutions in cell therapy production, dental health, and tracheal intubation. Limula secured a CHF 500,000 Tech Growth loan, while Actival and AirCurve each received CHF 100,000 Tech Seed loans.

Western Switzerland healthcare start-ups Limula, Actival, and AirCurve secure FIT funding

16 December 2024

The FONGIT Innovation Fund has awarded funding to four innovative Geneva-based start-ups focused on transformative solutions in healthcare, cleantech, and luxury product technology.

FONGIT Innovation Fund supports four groundbreaking Geneva start-ups

16 December 2024

Rhovica Neuroimaging AG, an innovative bernse medtech start-up, has announced a strategic partnership with M2care, a European venture studio specializing in health technologies. This collaboration aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of Rhovica’s cutting-edge solutions in neurocritical care.

Rhovica Neuroimaging partners with M2care to advance neurosurgery

9 December 2024

Celebrating three decades of fostering innovation, the FIT has invested CHF 70 million in Swiss start-ups, generating thousands of jobs and raising nearly CHF 2.9 billion. The foundation announced a rebranding to reflect its evolving focus.

The Foundation for Innovation and Technology celebrates 30 years of supporting Swiss start-ups

4 November 2024

Bernese start-up AlveoliX has published a study confirming the efficacy of its Lung-on-Chip model the study of respiratory diseases. The study, conducted with leading academic and industrial partners, demonstrates the model's potential for personalized and ethical testing.

AlveoliX achieves breakthrough with Lung-on-Chip model in respiratory research

4 November 2024

PeriVision, a Bern-based start-up, has received CE Marking for its VisionOne device, allowing it to be sold throughout Europe.

PeriVision receives CE marking for its VisionOne glaucoma diagnostics device

4 November 2024

Distalmotion has received FDA approval for its Dexter Surgical Robot, allowing it to enter the U.S. outpatient market.

Distalmotion secures FDA approval for its Dexter surgical robot

29 October 2024

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Top Stories from Western Switzerland (October 2024)

29 October 2024

ONWARD Medical has raised EUR 50 million through an upsized private placement, establishing a strategic partnership with Ottobock. The funds will drive ONWARD’s research and commercialization of spinal cord therapies, with plans for collaboration with Ottobock on future innovations.

ONWARD Medical raises EUR 50 million and welcomes a new strategic partner

28 October 2024

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