Posts by Sandra Ansanay-Alex
Breaking Through Cancer’s Soft Defense: A Revolutionary Swiss Approach
Swiss researchers from EPFL, University of Geneva, and HUG hospitals are pioneering a groundbreaking strategy to overcome immunotherapy resistance by targeting cancer cells’ physical properties rather than their biology. The project received a CHF 1,4 million grant from Foundation Leenaards. “Our approach targets the mechanical properties of cancer cells by making their membranes stiffer,…
Read Moreplanetary Switzerland: Scaling Mycoprotein Production Through Strategic Expansion
Geneva-based biomanufacturing platform planetary is making significant strides in the alternative protein sector through a combination of strategic acquisitions, IP breakthroughs, retail partnerships, and government-backed expansion plans. The company has positioned itself as continental Europe’s only viable industrial mycoprotein producer, leveraging cutting-edge fermentation technology to create sustainable protein alternatives. Strategic Acquisition of Libre Foods…
Read MoreTwo UNIGE researchers receive ERC grants
Prof. Pedro Herrera and Prof. Giuseppe Iacobucci both receive €150,000 in funding from the European Research Council (ERC) The European Research Council (ERC) announced the first group of researchers who will receive ERC Proof of Concept Grants in 2025. Two scientists from UNIGE are among those selected. Pedro Herrera, Professor in the Department of…
Read MoreHorizon Europe: Generative Artificial Intelligence Models in Healthcare
Apply before 16 September 2025 for the Horizon Europe programme dedicated to Generative Artificial Intelligence models in healthcare Healthcare professionals face important challenges related to efficiency, patient safety and provision of quality care with limited health systems’ resources. Multimodality of health data combined with the available high-performance computing capabilities have the potential to empower effective…
Read MoreHorizon Europe: Mental Health
Apply before 16 September 2025 for the Horizon Europe programme dedicated to advancing innovative interventions for mental, behavioural and neurodevelopmental disorders The participation of start-ups, micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)[13] is encouraged with the aim of strengthening their scientific and technological foundations, enhancing their innovation potential, and exploring possibilities for commercial exploitation. This…
Read MoreNestlé Partners with IBM Research to Use AI in New Packaging Developments
Nestlé R&D is partnering with IBM Research to develop new tools that leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence and deep tech to bring breakthrough innovations to life. This research collaboration has led to the development of a generative AI tool that can identify novel high-barrier packaging materials. Packaging helps to protect food and beverages while also preventing food waste. Nestlé tries to…
Read MoreMicrotech to Medtech at PX Group
Microtech to Medtech, a Micronarc Event with the support of BioAlps, is taking place on 1 October 2025 at PX Group in La Chaux-de-Fonds. In light of changing markets and the challenges facing the microtechnology industry, diversification into the medtech sector represents a real opportunity for growth and sustainability. Micronarc, in partnership with BioAlps,…
Read MoreActigraf Digital Data Summit
The Actigraf Digital Data Summit is taking place on 12 September 2025 in Allschwil The ActiGraph Digital Data Summit (ADDS) brings together digital health leaders from across industry and academia to share real-world insights, scientific case studies, and best practices in the use of wearable technology for clinical research. Since 2022, ADDS has earned praise for its…
Read MoreDay One Innovation Showcase
The Day One Innovation Showcase for healthtech promising startups is taking place on 10 and 11 December 2025 in Basel The Showcase is an elite event, tailor-made for investors, startups and potential industry clients, fostering networking, pitching, business exploration and a deep dive into the healthtech startup ecosystem. During the two-day program you…
Read MoreADM Opens R&D Center Dedicated to Animal Health and Wellness at Biopôle
Located ar Biopôle Lausanne in canton of Vaud, the new innovation hub will focus on advanced microbiome research for farm and companion animals ROLLE, Switzerland—ADM (NYSE: ADM), a global leader in innovative solutions from nature, has opened a new research and development (R&D) center focused on advancing research into animal microbiomes, and developing tailored…
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