Member Companies

Accelerator Technologies AG (AT) was founded in 2015 as a joint initiative between the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI and a range of industry partners. The in the aim of AT is to commercialize the PSI’s leading know-how concerning accelerators, experimentation, and large facilities, as well as the institute’s outstanding application expertise regarding particle beams and photons in the areas of science, research, and industrial processes.

ANAXAM is a technology transfer center focused on applied materials analytics using neutron and synchrotron radiation. Our analytics go far beyond what is known at laboratory scale. We provide industry access to state-of-the-art material analytics originally developed for basic research, but now made available to address industrial challenges. We are a one-stop-shop for consultancy, measurements, analysis and interpretation of results, such that industry profits from the most advanced analytical techniques in the fields of imaging, diffraction and spectroscopy to solve their industrial problems.

Datalystica is a spin-off of the laboratory of atmospheric chemistry (LAC) at the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI. The company offers fast software solutions for factor analytic problems on multivariate data, any kind of data. The main product is an extremely user-friendly and powerful software package called the Source Finder (SoFi).

Expose GmbH is a spin-off company of the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI founded in 2008. The company offers services in protein crystallography to pharmaceutical and biotechnological companies providing fast and affordable access to synchrotron beamtime at the Swiss Light Source (SLS) and its expertise in data processing and protein structure solution.

Excelsus is a spin-off company of the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI. It offers fast, easy, and affordable access to state-of-the-art characterization tools for the structural and microstructural analysis of materials (pharmaceuticals, food and aroma compounds, pigments, polymers, and various other chemicals) for selecting, developing and manufacturing high-quality products.

GratXray, a high-tech spin-off of the PSI and ETH Zurich, is developing, producing, and commercializing a grating interferometry-based breast computed tomography (GIBCT) system. Their technology allows for more precise breast cancer imaging. It will significantly reduce the number of false positives and improve patients’ comfort during the procedure.

Specializing in the development and optimization of pharmaceutically active substances, leadXpro AG applies research from the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI in the field of membrane proteins, as well as world-leading technologies to investigate protein structures. The new large research facility at the PSI, the SwissFEL (launched in 2016), also offers excellent potential for this close collaboration.

Qnami is a VC-backed high-tech company with its roots in the Physics Department of the University of Basel. It develops fundamental new technology using quantum mechanics. The control of the state of a single electron enables measurement with a precision that could never be achieved before. The technique is called quantum sensing and Qnami is enthusiastically developing it to improve people’s lives and the world. Extensive academic research and deep knowledge build the ground for all that Qnami does. With this technology, Qnami is redefining the common understanding of precision.

SenSiC focuses on the development, manufacturing and marketing of devices and systems in the field of radiation and process monitoring, in particular sensors made of Silicon Carbide (SiC).

TLD Photonics designs and manufactures high-end Lasers and optical systems for industry and research. Our strong ties to leading swiss universities allow us to develop groundbreaking products and through the extensive industrial experience of our team, we ensure that the real-world applications remain at the core our developments. Our vision is to offer our customers cutting edge solutions for every element of industrial laser applications.   

XRnanotech, the leading Swiss manufacturer of nanostructured optics. 

The high-tech spin-off develops nanostructured optics for scientific research, engineering, and medical applications. XRnanotech's goal is to bring breakthrough innovations in this technology field to the market. For example, the innovative spin-off addresses the global need for advanced X-ray optics in microscopy and is committed to using its knowledge and innovation to make the nanoworld visible.

VDL ETG is a contract manufacturing and assembly partner that offers its customers modules, subsystems, and integrated systems. The Swiss subsidiary has a very broad portfolio and a wide range of competencies, mainly related to the high-tech vacuum technology industry.

VDL ETGs parent company, VDL Groep, headquartered in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, is an international industrial family business with more than 100 operating companies, spread throughout 19 countries, with over 15,000 employees. The activities of the VDL companies can be summarised in the “five worlds of VDL”: Science Technology & Health, Mobility, Energy & Sustainability, Infratech, and Foodtech. 

ASTRA Therapeutics is a rational drug design and development company with the mission to address unmet medical needs by delivering precision anti-pathogen cures. Eukaryotic pathogens cause a wide range of infections in humans, animals, and plants. The impact of those Eukaryotic Pathogens is vast, leading to debilitating diseases, crop damage, and economic losses.

Renaissance Fusion stands at the forefront of Deep Tech innovation, offering a groundbreaking solution to one of the most challenging but rewarding energy problems: bringing fusion power to the grid. Its distinctive approach combines the proven stellarator fusion device with a proprietary modular design and state-of-the-art manufacturing technology for next-generation magnets – High-Temperature Superconductor (HTS) technology, alongside the liquid metal (LM) shield. Solution. Renaissance Fusion is steering the fusion reactor towards commercialization, targeting the early 2030s as our milestone.

Beyond fusion energy, Renaissance Fusion’s unique intellectual property (IP) in HTS allows promising applications in other fields such as renewable energy generation, energy storage, medical imaging, and mobility, to be licensed within 2 years. Furthermore, its spin-off LM as an advanced material enables the Lithium (Li) tritide extraction from a simple precipitation and as a cooling solution for telecommunication, and semiconductors.  

The technology transfer center in the field of photonics promotes knowledge exchange between academia and industry, focusing on optical components and systems that transport and process particles of light, also known as photons. Emphasizing micro-optical hybrid photonic systems, photonic integrated circuits, and quantum photonics, Swiss PIC will establish facilities allowing the integration and testing of even the smallest optical components into larger systems or devices. In Switzerland, numerous companies and research groups develop and produce innovative photonic components, often lacking access to suitable facilities. Swiss PIC aims to bridge this gap by providing access to such facilities and supporting companies in implementing their own integration and packaging solutions in their production. Swiss PIC will primarily offer its services to start-ups and SMEs, providing guidance on design and even building tailored comprehensive infrastructure for photonic packaging, enabling customers to produce small series.

HeiQ GrapheneX AG

HeiQ GrapheneX AG, a subsidiary of HeiQ Group, specializes in the research, development, and production of cutting-edge porous graphene materials and membranes. Using a proprietary Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) process, the company creates graphene materials that can enhance performance across various applications, e.g. waterproof breathable textiles, electronics, batteries, vents, water filtration, and medical applications. With properties like atomic thinness, high strength, and conductivity, HeiQ GrapheneX materials offer innovative solutions for next-generation lithium metal batteries and electronic vents, presenting valuable collaboration opportunities for industrial partners seeking advanced membrane technology. Contact us to explore collaborative possibilities.

Universallab is a premier analytical and testing service and solution provider headquartered in Switzerland, catering to a global clientele. We are committed to making research easier for both industrial sectors and academic institutions, thereby facilitating advancements in science and technology and propelling humanity forward. At UniversalLab,  we offer a comprehensive suite of services and solutions encompassing,  chemical analysis, structural composition evaluation, microscopic characterization, and assessments of physical, mechanical, and functional properties. Our unwavering commitment to excellence has earned the trust of hundreds of esteemed clients worldwide.

PiBond manufactures unique materials used in the latest electronic devices as part of microprocessors, memory chips, sensors and displays. These materials are crucial in the manufacturing of microelectronic and photonic devices. The materials include, for instance, patterning materials for semiconductors, dielectrics, and optical materials.

cross-ING offers a broad range of knowledge in the field of engineering. We help companies in all sectors to become even more successful and to skillfully realize individual needs with new developments. Our interdisciplinary way of working and cross-engineering enables us to offer a particularly wide range of expertise and possibilities. This is what sets us apart. We are proud to have some of the best engineers on board among our 150 employees. The experience, expertise, and passion of our employees are the basis for the successful work for our customers. That is why we focus intensively on recruitment and training and create a working environment that promotes the development of our employees. Thanks to our network, we meet our clients' challenges at the highest level.