The University of Zurich (UZH) is one of the leading research universities in Europe with the widest range of study courses in Switzerland. Pure research provides fertile ground for innovation. Many successful discoveries at UZH have been translated into new products benefiting the public at large.

UZH fosters a research culture that encourages its members to always consider the business potential of their work. A portfolio of more than 300 licences in the fields of biotechnology, medical technology, information and computer technology, and multimedia represents the success. Creative and innovative members of the UZH community start their own enterprise and bring ideas and cutting-edge technologies to the market. UZH spin-offs have very high rates of survival, with more than 94% still in operation after five years. For more information about spin-offs established out of UZH visit: https://www.unitectra.ch/en/information/creating-a-company-spin-off-companies/firmen/unizh-e