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Neuchâtel, renowned globally for its watchmaking heritage, has evolved into a dynamic hub of cutting-edge innovation. Today, the canton leverages its tradition of precision craftsmanship to excel in fields as diverse as blockchain, quantum technology, renewable energy, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. The canton of Neuchâtel’s transformation highlights its unique ability to merge historical excellence with visionary innovation, positioning itself as a leading force within Switzerland’s economic landscape.

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Neuchâtel, a legacy of precision driving tomorrow’s innovation

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

Two high-potential start-ups from Western Switzerland, HAYA Therapeutics and Neural Concept, have been named among the World Economic Forum’s 100 Technology Pioneers of 2025.

Two Lausanne-based start-ups named WEF Technology Pioneers in 2025

30 June 2025

ADM is strengthening its innovation footprint in Western Switzerland with a new R&D center focused on microbiomes to support animal health. The center is located at the Biopôle in Lausanne.

ADM opens new R&D center at Biopôle to advance animal microbiome science

30 June 2025

Top Stories Western Switzerland

Top Stories from Western Switzerland (June 2025)

25 June 2025

Superlab Suisse will open a new laboratory at Campus Biotech in Geneva in January 2026, strengthening the region’s innovation infrastructure for life sciences start-ups.

Superlab expands to Geneva with new lab at Campus Biotech

25 June 2025

Launched in Hamburg, the ORYL F1 marks a new milestone for EPFL spin-off ORYL Photonics, combining speed, precision, and sustainability for drug development.

ORYL Photonics launches breakthrough solubility and aggregation measurement platform

24 June 2025

Ecublens-based Composite Recycling signs strategic agreement to scale up industrial reuse of reclaimed composite fibers in collaboration with Owens Corning.

Composite Recycling and Owens Corning team up to advance circular solutions for composite waste

17 June 2025

With continued leadership in government efficiency and infrastructure, Switzerland has been named the world’s most competitive economy in the 2025 edition of the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking.

Switzerland tops IMD’s 2025 World Competitiveness Ranking

17 June 2025

In the heart of Fribourg, the Adolphe Merkle Institute (AMI) has grown into a globally recognized center of excellence in materials science. Founded in 2008 through the visionary endowment of Swiss entrepreneur Dr. Adolphe Merkle, the institute was built on a simple yet powerful belief: fundamental science can bridge the gap to real-world impact.

Adolphe Merkle Institute: Where science meets application in the heart of Fribourg

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