Data protection Impressum

Sustainability

The University of Bern, with the support of entrepreneur Walter Inäbnit, has established a new endowed professorship focusing on the development of energy-loss-free materials in electronics. The position will be held by PD Dr. Shi-Xia Liu at the W. Inäbnit Laboratory for Molecular Quantum Materials.

University of Bern establishes new endowed lectureship in molecular quantum materials

14 October 2024

Odlo and DePoly partner to develop first circular base layer

14 October 2024

Switzerland’s Federal Office of Transport (FOT) has authorized the installation of the country’s first removable solar power plant between railway tracks, paving the way for a series of pilot projects both in Switzerland and abroad.

Switzerland puts Sun-Ways’ removable solar technology on the rails

9 October 2024

The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2024, marking seven decades of groundbreaking research, technological innovation and international collaboration.

CERN celebrates 70 years of scientific discovery and collaboration in Geneva

2 October 2024

Luya Foods, known for creating plant-based meat alternatives from rescued okara, has raised CHF 5 million in a Series A funding round to support its expansion into the EU.

Bernese foodtech Luya Foods secures CHF 5 million for EU expansion

1 October 2024

Top Stories Western Switzerland

Business environment

Top Stories from Western Switzerland (September 2024)

30 September 2024

Switzerland maintains its position as the world’s most innovative economy in 2024, topping both the WIPO Global Innovation Index and the Roland Berger Innovation Indicator.

Switzerland continues to lead global innovation for the 14th consecutive year

30 September 2024

Mikron has announced a 6,200 m² expansion of its Boudry site, with an estimated investment of CHF 30 million to double production capacity by 2026.

Mikron expands its Boudry site to meet growing demand

25 September 2024

Perovskia Solar, a Vaud-based tech start-up, has secured USD 2.4 million in seed funding and more than 10 early IoT clients to accelerate the adoption of its innovative solar cell technology.

Perovskia Solar secures USD 2.4 million in funding and early IoT clients

25 September 2024

ten23 health celebrates the opening of its VIVA2® facility in Visp, increasing the region's sterile pharmaceutical production capacity and strengthening its position in the life sciences sector.

ten23 health inaugurates VIVA2 sterile production facility in Visp

24 September 2024

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