Research & Development

UBS Foundation of Economics in Society 

Zurich · Since 2012

The UBS Center for Economics in Society is a research center that focuses on exploring economic issues and their impact on society. The company's core activities include conducting research projects, organizing events and conferences, publishing research results, and promoting scientific talent. The center works closely with the University of Zurich and UBS AG, and focuses on topics such as economic policy, financial markets, inequality, and social issues.

Unbound Trajectories GmbH 

Widen · Since 2020

Unbound Trajectories GmbH is an office for agency focusing on research, strategy and transdisciplinary design. It operates as a conceptual think tank, strategy consultancy and creative developer, collaborating with organizations to develop ideas, programmes, services and solutions for complex transformation and development challenges using methods from science, research, art and design as well as organisation strategy and management.

UNCERT Games Sàrl 

Chêne-Bougeries · Since 2023

UNCERT Games Sàrl is an independent game studio that develops games for PC and mobile platforms. The studio publishes and maintains titles such as Cublytical and Guardian Gunner and lists additional projects in development.

CAMPUS HETG Sàrl 

Geneva · Since 2023

The company's core activity is providing educational and training services, particularly in the field of higher education. The company offers a range of degree programs and courses led by various faculties such as computer science, engineering, business, law, and others. Educational services are offered both online and offline, with a focus on flexibility and accessibility. The company aims to create a global community of students and instructors and provides a platform for lifelong learning and personal development.

Unitectra AG 

Zurich · Since 1999

The core activity of Unitectra is the brokerage and support of national and international government funding programs for business partners, particularly in the field of research and development. This includes the provision of technology offers, research collaborations, services and contract research as well as consulting. Another focus is on supporting company start-ups, especially spin-off companies from universities.

United Health Futures SA 

Geneva · Since 2020

The company UHF (United for Health) is a think tank and consulting firm specializing in the development of sustainable solutions to global challenges in the areas of health, development, and social inequality. The company's core activities include: Strategic consulting and support for organizations in developing sustainable strategies and policies; Conducting research and analysis in the field of health and development; Developing innovative solutions and technologies for global challenges; Coordinating and networking with actors from science, politics, economy, and civil society; Implementing sustainable and evidence-based policies and programs. The company pursues an interdisciplinary approach, combining expertise from various fields to develop comprehensive solutions to complex problems.

Unternehmen Geschichte Dr. Monika Gisler 

Zurich · Since 2008

The company "Unternehmen Geschichte" is a research and consulting firm specializing in the fields of environment, energy, and colonial history. The core activity of the company is to make historical research findings and scientific knowledge accessible to a broad public by presenting complex content in a clear and vivid manner. This includes the development of ideas and content, project management, consulting, and the creation of publications such as books, studies, and expert reports.

URODEA AG 

Biel/Bienne · Since 2021

URODEA AG develops a handheld, non-invasive medical device that assists bladder emptying by applying cyclic, pain-free compression to the urethra and is primarily designed for male patients. The company is conducting clinical research on safety and efficacy, and the device is not yet approved for sale.

Urovant Sciences GmbH 

Basel · Since 2016

Urovant Sciences GmbH is a pharmaceutical company focused on research, development and commercialization of therapies in urology, including treatments for overactive bladder such as Vibegron.

Urs Endress Stiftung 

Arlesheim · Since 2015

Urs Endress Stiftung supports research and development projects in civil mine detection, including the FindMine project which uses unmanned air systems (UAS/drones) and advanced measurement techniques to locate mines, duds and similar munitions. The foundation also established the Mine Detection Symposium as an interdisciplinary platform for experts in the field.

USMI Unité Scientifique Mobile Ingénierie Sàrl 

Plan-Les-Ouates · Since 2024

USMI Unité Scientifique Mobile Ingénierie Sàrl offers science outreach projects and educational workshops and develops pedagogical experiment kits. It conducts classroom interventions, event stands and thematic challenges, and provides its instructional kits for rental or sale together with teaching sequences and user training.

Utom AG 

Oensingen · Since 2023

Utom AG is a high‑tech optics company specializing in the design, production and sale of custom optical thin‑film coatings using ion beam sputtering for wavelengths from UV to mid‑infrared. Services include layer design, coating on IBS equipment, detailed characterization and technical support for photonics, laser and research applications.

UXV CENTER GmbH 

Buchrain · Since 2023

The core activity of UXV CENTER GmbH is the development, manufacture and distribution of unmanned aerial vehicles (UXV) and related technology, including hardware, software and services such as pilot training and certification. In addition, the company also offers mobile energy supply solutions such as mobile power stations and batteries.

Vaderis Therapeutics AG 

Basel · Since 2020

The core activity of Vaderis Therapeutics AG is the development of medications, particularly in the areas of rare diseases, nephrology, vascular diseases, fibrosis, anti-infectives, and immunology. The company focuses on the early clinical development of new molecules and has experience in collaborating with companies such as Novartis.

DMS Consulting GmbH 

Allschwil · Since 2022

The core activity of VAKUMIN GmbH is the development, manufacture and marketing of high-quality cookware, in particular vacuum cooking pots, which enable energy savings and sustainable kitchen practices through their innovative technology.

Valsigna GmbH 

Lugano · Since 2016

The core activity of Valsigna GmbH is the development and manufacture of medical devices and implants, in particular a novel glaucoma implant, using femtosecond laser technology and 3D printing.

Van Hoef Consulting 

Grenchen · Since 2015

The core activity of Van Hoef Consulting is to provide medical and scientific expertise and services to the biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, particularly in the fields of oncology, hematology and hematopoietic cell transplantation. This includes support in clinical development, market launch phase and in medical affairs, including translational research, Phase I-IV studies and observational studies as well as safety and regulatory aspects.

Vantage Alloys AG 

Zug · Since 2022

The core activity of Vantage Alloys AG is the trade in metals, particularly vanadium and vanadium alloys, as well as the provision of technical services and consulting in the field of metal processing and application. The company also offers research and development projects (R&D) as well as logistics and distribution services.

VEREALA GmbH 

Zurich · Since 2017

VEREALA GmbH develops and applies scientific tools such as risk assessment and life cycle assessment to evaluate chemicals, products and technologies. The company advises on regulatory and scientific developments for nanomaterials and related applications and develops and implements sustainability and innovation metrics.

Verein für Krebsforschung 

Arlesheim · Since 1935

Verein für Krebsforschung conducts research in complementary and integrative cancer medicine, focusing on mistletoe as well as other medicinal plants and natural substances. Research activities include clinical research, pharmaceutical development, pharmacological and preclinical studies, pharmaceutical processes, and botanical and anthroposophical basic research.