Science
Among our science partners we count the local Universities like the ETH Zurich and its research institute Empa, the University of Zurich, the Universities of Applied Sciences in Zurich and Winterthur, as well as other educational institutions which are involved in research. Co-operation with a scientific institution is a necessary requirement for settlement at the Innovation Park.
Economy
The research and development departments of established companies, SMEs, start-ups and spin-offs all find the Innovation Park provides a beneficial future environment. Here they can purposefully and rapidly make their developments marketable. The Park is also aimed at universities which would like to deepen their co-operation with companies here.
Swiss Innovation Parks
The “Switzerland Innovation” national Foundation is an important institution in innovation for Switzerland. The five locations in Basel, Biel, Villigen, Zurich and in Western Switzerland are ideal places for universities to network with companies.
Exchanges between companies, talented people and researchers produce a breeding ground for new ideas. As the economic success of our country is based on innovation, it ensures our prosperity.
- Park Central: innovation for building an environment worth living in
Over the last few years Rotkreuz has become a location for innovation in “Building Excellence”. Different labs combine ecological, technological, economical and sociological input to give a holistic view of innovations around the built environment. These include, for example, the digitalization and optimization of buildings and areas. The prime focus aptly complements the thematic scope of the Swiss Innovation Parks. Supporting this commitment are the six central Swiss cantons, a strong economy and the institutions of the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences, NEST, CSEM and the University of Applied Sciences East. > more
- Park Ticino: life sciences, drones and blockchain technology
For Ticino, German-speaking Switzerland has always been an extremely important trading region, a fact that is now substantiated by Ticino’s association with the Greater Zurich Area. The Canton of Ticino is at the fore in Switzerland in terms of innovation. The Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), the Scuola Universitaria Professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI) and their affiliated, internationally recognized institutes are all known for their academic excellence. The Ticino Innovation Park focuses on the areas of life sciences & pharmaceuticals, as well drones, blockchain and DApps. > more
