Sponsoring and Exhibition

Swiss Nanoscience Institute, University of Basel

The Swiss Nanoscience Institute (SNI) at the University of Basel is a center of excellence for nanosciences and nanotechnology. It emerged from the National Center of Competence in Research (NCCR) Nanoscale Science and was founded in 2006 by the University of Basel and the Swiss Canton Aargau in order to support research, education, and technology transfer in the nanosciences and in nanotechnology in Northwestern Switzerland. Through the high-tech strategy of the Canton of Aargau, in which nanotechnology is a key component in driving innovation support, the role of the SNI is even more important in connecting industry with cutting-edge research.

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Swiss MNT Network

Since 2006, the swiss mnt network gathers the main Swiss institutional actors in the field of micro and nano technology.
Membership is also open to industrial partners as supporting members with the objective to strengthen the Swiss industrial place by generating collaborations between researchers and companies.

Hightech Zentrum Aargau AG

The Hightech Zentrum Aargau supports companies in technology and innovation issues. In order to address the various issues comprehensively, highly skilled technology and innovation experts are active in the Hightech Zentrum Aargau. They are characterized by a solid professional training and years of industry experience in leading positions. This makes them competent and proven partners of SMEs. They assist companies in innovation projects, arrange contacts with specialists, open doors to universities and R&D institutions and provide access to funding.

Office of Economy and Labour,
Economic Affairs,
Economic Development

The Canton of Basel-Stadt contributes to the further development of convention-related tourism. Conventions are specifically acquired, developed and held, thus accessing a potential not yet exploited with benefits beyond tourism. The objective of convention promotion is to increase the direct and indirect added value generated by conventions. Additionally, a further strengthening of Basel as the most innovative economic location and centre of knowledge in Switzerland is targeted. By promoting conventions, we want to contribute to Basel remaining one of the most important trade fair and convention cities in Europe.

NCCR SPIN

The National Center of Competence in Research (NCCR) SPIN is based at the University of Basel. Its main objective is to develop reliable, fast, compact, scalable spin qubits in silicon. The NCCR SPIN team consists of researchers from the University of Basel, IBM Research Europe, ETH Zurich, and EPF Lausanne. The team members are experts from various disciplines, such as quantum physics, materials science, engineering and computer science.

Paul Scherrer Institut

The Paul Scherrer Institute, PSI, is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform world-class research in three main subject areas: Matter and Material; Energy and the Environment; and Human Health. By conducting fundamental and applied research, we work on long-term solutions for major challenges facing society, industry and science

nano.swiss

nano.swiss is a Switzerland-wide neutral, independent and user-centered platform for nanotechnology and materials science. It provides a platform and excellent visibility for research groups active in nanotechnologies, nanomaterials and other advanced materials. It features relevant news from the community and an agenda with national and regional events such as conferences, meetings, and workshops.
nano.swiss also offers a simple, structured search for and access to nanomaterial and nanotechnology know-how for SMEs. The platform is powered by the Hightech Zentrum Aargau.

Empa

As an interdisciplinary research institute of the ETH Domain, Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, conducts cutting-edge materials and technology research. Our research and development activities focus on meeting the requirements of industry and the needs of society, and thus link applications-oriented research to the practical implementation of new ideas in the areas of nanostructured, “smart” materials and surfaces, environmental, energy and sustainable building technologies as well as biotechnology and medical technology.

CSEM SA

CSEM—technologies that make the difference
CSEM, founded in 1984, is a Swiss research and development center (public-private partnership) specializing in microtechnology, nanotechnology, microelectronics, system engineering, photovoltaics and communications technologies. Around 500 highly qualified specialists from various scientific and technical disciplines work for CSEM in Neuchâtel, Zurich, Muttenz, Alpnach, and Landquart.

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ANAXAM

ANAXAM is a technology transfer center focused on applied materials analytics using neutron and synchrotron radiation. ANAXAM will be a single entry point for analytic services in the field of advanced manufacturing supporting industry in their product and process development and in their R&D projects. We have competences in materials science, industrial processes, data analysis and analytics with large- scale facilities. ANAXAM develops and operates tailor-made sample environments for in-situ, operando and high-through-put studies.
ANAXAM provides industry with applied materials analytics, sample preparation and sample environment development. Additionally to the analytics based with neutron and synchrotron radiation supplementary analytics using cleanroom infrastructure and electron microscopy are used to complement the measurements at the large-scale facilities.

Adolphe Merkle Institute

The Adolphe Merkle Institute (AMI) is an independent competence center at the University of Fribourg that focuses on research and education in the domain of soft nanomaterials. Research at AMI combines both fundamental and application-oriented aspects in a multidisciplinary setting, with staff organized in four groups with complementary expertise and interests: BioNanomaterials, Polymer Chemistry and Materials, Soft Matter Physics, and Biophysics.

NCCR Bio-Inspired Materials

The National Center of Competence in Research Bio-Inspired Materials is an internationally recognized hub for smart materials research, education, and innovation. Based at AMI, it brings together scientists from the University of Fribourg, as well as from ETHZ and EPFL. Research is organized in four modules that focus on mechanically responsive materials, biologically inspired assembly of optical materials, responsive bio-interfaces and surfaces; and the dynamics of interacting cell-materials systems.

Department of Chemistry, University of Basel

In both teaching and research, the Department of Chemistry includes the whole breadth and thematic diversity of modern chemistry. In addition to the traditional three pillars of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry, the department has interdisciplinary foci in synthesis & catalysis, chemical biology, nanomaterials, and theoretical chemistry.

Swissphotonics NTN

Swissphotonics is the National Thematic Network (NTN) for Photonics. It is the declared goal of Swissphotonics to improve the competitiveness of its members through the support of innovation forces.

Swissphotonics NTN is a non-profit association, registered under Verein Schweizer Laser und Photonik Netz. The activities of Swissphotonics NTN are supported by Innosuisse – Swiss Innovation Agency.

Biozentrum, University of Basel – The Center for Molecular Life Sciences

The Biozentrum of the University of Basel is one of the leading life sciences institutes in the world. It consists of 30 groups and 500 employees that investigate how molecules and cells create life, spanning the scale from atom to organism. The research includes the areas of cell growth, development, infection biology, neurobiology, structural biology and biophysics as well as computational and systems biology. The emphasis on interdisciplinary research, unique and innovative in 1971 when the Biozentrum was founded, remains a recognized strength promoting innovation within its walls and fostering interactions with partners from industry and academia worldwide. This, together with state-of-the-art technology platforms makes the Biozentrum research program highly competitive, facilitating life science research at the highest level. The Biozentrum has been the birthplace of many fundamental discoveries in biology and medicine, spawning several Nobel Laureates.

Zurich Instruments AG

Zurich Instruments is a manufacturer of test & measurement equipment for advanced research & development applications. The instruments use LabOne® control software that sets a benchmark for efficient instrumentation control and a good user experience. This progressive approach reduces the complexity of laboratory setups, removes sources of problems and supports new measurement strategies that accelerate the progress of research. Zurich Instruments› portfolio comprises lock-in amplifiers, arbitrary waveform generators, impedance analyzers, quantum computing control systems, phase-locked loops and boxcar averagers.

Heidelberg Instruments Nano / SwissLitho AG

Heidelberg Instruments is a world leader in the development and production of high precision photolithography systems, maskless aligners and nanofabrication tools.

Our systems are installed in industrial and academic facilities all over the world. These are used for direct writing and photomask production in various areas of MEMS/NEMS – for Semiconductors, Quantum Computing, Flat Panel Displays, Photonics, 2D Materials, IOT and many other related applications.

With over 35 years of experience and more than 1,000 systems installed worldwide, we can provide lithography solutions specifically tailored to meet all your micro- and nanofabrication requirements – no matter how challenging.

Nano

With Nano you can find Nanomaterial Summaries, Nanotechnology Articles and Patents all in one place! Remain at the forefront of this rapidly-growing and competitive field with Nano, the strategic and commercial evaluation tool for nanoscience and technology research, brought to you by Springer Nature.

Start your search today at nano.nature.com

Adolphe Merkle Institute

The Adolphe Merkle Institute (AMI) is an independent competence center at the University of Fribourg that focuses on research and education in the domain of soft nanomaterials. Research at AMI combines both fundamental and application-oriented aspects in a multidisciplinary setting, with staff organized in four groups with complementary expertise and interests: BioNanomaterials, Polymer Chemistry and Materials, Soft Matter Physics, and Biophysics.

Nanosurf AG

Nanosurf, founded in 1997, is a Swiss-based provider of scanning probe microscopes. Our products are developed and produced at our headquarters in Liestal by our dedicated team of experienced engineers and physicists, and sold worldwide. Our product range includes the most compact AFM and STM instruments on the market, state-of-the-art research atomic force microscope systems, and customized and comprehensive next-level solutions. Our customers in research, industry and teaching value the innovative approach, modularity, and ease of use of our solutions. In December 2020 Nanosurf launched the DriveAFM, which landmarked the company’s entry into the high-end of the research market.

Gloor Instruments AG

GLOOR INSTRUMENTS is your partner for equipment in electron, light, X-ray and raman microscopy. We offer the complete package of sales, installation, training and service for your lab. On the market since 1976 with a lot of experience and the main focus on our customer’s needs.
Visit our virtual booth and find out more about our newest product, the TableTop SEM by COXEM.

CryoVac low temperature technologies

CryoVac is a long established company based in Germany and the leading supplier for customized cryogenic solutions.
We offer a broad range of cryogenic equipment, open cycle (LHe, LN2, LH2, LO2) as well as closed cycle / refrigerator (GM, PT, Stirling) systems, with sizes ranging from table top to room size cryostat. We offer systems from the mK-range up to 800K. We have provided solutions for nearly all experimental requirements at low temperature. We are specialized in cryogenic low vibration and UHV applications.
We offer a broad-range of accessories, e.g. temperature-controller, transfer-line, etc.. Design and engineering of our systems is done in close cooperation with our customers, starting from the first idea and initial design, to ensure the best solution for your experiment or application. You can either choose from a broad-range of starting-designs, customizable to the very last detail or challenge us with your unique problem.

Allresist GmbH

We develop, produces and distributes resists for optical and electron beam lithography, as well as respective process chemicals associated with these resists for the fabrication of electronic components. Our unique selling points are resist developments upon customer demands. Based on our high level of know-how and great flexibility, we are able to specifically produce technology-adapted resists cost-effectively within a short time.

Anton Paar Switzerland AG

Anton Paar develops, produces and distributes highly accurate laboratory instruments and process measuring systems, and provides custom-tailored automation and robotic solutions.

Apart from offering the broadest particle and material characterization portfolio, Anton Paar is the world leader in the measurement of density, concentration and CO2 and in the field of Rheometry.

Anton Paar GmbH is owned by the charitable Santner Foundation and invests yearly 17 percent of its turnover in R&D.

Vistec Electron Beam GmbH

As a long-standing equipment supplier, Vistec Electron Beam GmbH, Jena (Germany) is providing leading technology solutions for advanced electron-beam lithography. Based on the Variable Shaped Beam (VSB) principle, the electron-beam lithography systems are mainly utilized for semiconductor applications and advanced research as electron-beam direct write in semiconductor manufacturing, mask making as well as integrated optics and several new emerging markets.
Vistec Electron Beam´s roots go back to the 1950´s when the company was part of Carl Zeiss Jena where the first electron microscope was developed. In 1974, the first commercial shaped beam system was launched on the basis of fundamental patents.
In addition to its production facility in Germany, Vistec Electron Beam maintains service and support centers in Europe, Taiwan and in the US.

Bluefors

Bluefors manufactures cryogenic measurement systems and has a strong focus in the field of quantum technology.

We are dedicated to delivering the most reliable and easy-to-operate systems on the market. The quality of our products in combination with our scalable production capabilities, has made the quantum technology industry recognize us as the preferred choice for their ultra-low temperature requirements. We offer a variety of base models to meet the specific needs of each customer.  These needs can be equipped with a wide range of options. For example, experimental wiring, optical access and magnet integration. Our systems can be customized to meet the special requirements of each experiment allowing the customer to get in direct contact with the scientists and engineers that design their system.

Bluefors – Cool for Progress.

Plano GmbH

Founded in late 1978, Plano GmbH company located in Wetzlar Germany and well known for their EM Supplies like conductive carbon tabs “Plano Leit-Tabs”, specializing in consumables for Electron (EM) and Light (LM) Microscopy. In close collaboration with partners (Ted Pella Inc., USA and Agar Scientific Ltd, UK), Plano GmbH stocks more than 4000 items for fast and direct deliveries to customers within Germany and Switzerland. In addition to all of our products shown at our website, special requests regarding custom-made products are always welcome.

PLANO GmbH – WE TAKE CARE OF CUSTOMER NEEDS

ELDICO Scientific AG

ELDICO develops, produces and sells electron diffractometers for the analysis of solid compounds enabling industrial and scientific researchers to characterise hitherto unmeasurable nano-crystalline systems. So far conventional methods (X-ray) fail because they require bigger crystal sizes, which are often difficult or even impossible to produce.

NCCR Molecular Systems Engineering

Molecular Systems Engineering is a National Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), and headed by the University of Basel and the ETH Zurich. Molecular systems engineering attempts to capture the complexity and emergent properties prevalent in biology. The uniqueness of this initiative relies on the combination of both chemical- and biological modules. In this approach, complex dynamic phenomena emerge as the result of the integration of molecular modules (molecular- or biological prosthetics) designed to interact in a programmed way with their complex environment. In this manner, it should be possible to create molecular factories and cellular systems whose properties are more than sum of the attributes of the individual modules. These new system-level properties emerge through the interactions of chemical- and biological networks assembled from the individual modules.

GMP

Active in the fields of photonics, spectroscopy, laser anti-vibration and micropositioning for more than 40 years, we offer the instruments you need for successful research. Our photonics specialised engineers are available for personal advice, demonstrations and tests to find the perfect fit for you! Check out our product guide and contact us!

RhySearch. The Rhine Valley Research and Innovation Centre

From precision manufacturing to optical coating, innovation begins here: RhySearch collaborates with industry and provides proprietary research as a service to originate hi-tech projects. It is companies’ contact point for comprehensive research and innovation support and promotes networking among business and research institutions.

RhySearch has a technical infrastructure that is unique in Switzerland and Liechtenstein and works closely with its cooperation partners OST – Ostschweizer Fachhochschule, Empa, inspire AG, and the University of Liechtenstein. It is recognised by Innosuisse, the Swiss Agency for the Promotion of Innovation, as a research institution eligible for funding. Its sponsors are the Canton of St. Gallen and the Principality of Liechtenstein.

F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd

Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people’s lives. The combined strengths of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics under one roof have made Roche the leader in personalised healthcare – a strategy that aims to fit the right treatment to each patient in the best way possible.
Roche is the world’s largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology and diseases of the central nervous system.
Roche is also the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management.
Founded in 1896, Roche continues to search for better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases and make a sustainable contribution to society. The company also aims to improve patient access to medical innovations by working with all relevant stakeholders. More than thirty medicines developed by Roche are included in the World Health Organization Model Lists of Essential Medicines, among them life-saving antibiotics, antimalarials and cancer medicines. Moreover, for the eleventh consecutive year, Roche has been recognised as one of the most sustainable companies in the Pharmaceuticals Industry by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).
The Roche Group, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, is active in over 100 countries and in 2019 employed about 98,000 people worldwide. In 2019, Roche invested CHF 11.7 billion in R&D and posted sales of CHF 61.5 billion. Genentech, in the United States, is a wholly owned member of the Roche Group. Roche is the majority shareholder in Chugai Pharmaceutical, Japan. For more information, please visit www.roche.com.
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LS Instruments AG

Passage du Cardinal 1 1700 Fribourg , Switzerland
Tel: +41 (0)26 508 54 98
https://lsinstruments.ch/en/
info@lsinstruments.ch

Instruments for particle sizing and optical rheology
LS Instruments is a leader in high-end advanced light scattering technologies for particle sizing and contact-free rheology. Our instruments are used in academic- and industrial research in the fields of:

• Pharmaceuticals
• Cosmetics
• Food
• Specialty Chemicals
• Advanced Materials

As a science-driven company, we aim at delivering the most powerful technology to enable cutting edge research and product development. Our technology based on DLS/SLS and DWS enables unique precision in the measurement of the most challenging samples. The true strength of our instruments unfolds beyond the measuring range of standard instruments:

• Unmatched precision, frequency range, and concentrations
• Reliability and Stability
• Customer support
• Transparency in data processing

At LS Instruments we have a passion for science and technology. From the beginning, providing the best available technology has been part of our DNA.
Visit our booth and talk to our experts to see which solution best fits your research needs!

ARTIDIS AG

ARTIDIS AG is a spinoff from the Biozentrum, University of Basel, Switzerland, that has developed the first nanomechanical biomarker for cancer diagnosis and treatment optimization. ARTIDIS nanotechnology platform integrates different types of clinical data into the ARTIDISNet digital platform, allowing physicians to significantly shorten the current diagnostic process and bringing benefit to both the patient and the healthcare system. ARTIDIS enables professionals to design personalized cancer treatment plans tailored to the individual patient needs and desired outcomes.

University of Applied Sciences and Arts, School of Life Science (FHNW HLS)

The School of Life Science (HLS) is part of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts (www.fhnw.ch/hls) and located in Nordwestern Switzerland. It contains 4 Institutes; Chemistry & Bioanalytics, Ecopreneurship, Medicinal technology & informatics and Pharmatechnology, with 250 employees working on national and international research projects. The HLS offers 7 BSc and 2 MSc programs with 700 students enrolled. In the Institute of Chemistry and Bioanalytics, the group of Nanomaterials and Surfaces addresses applied nanotechnologie topics relevant to industry. Activities of the nanoLab (www.fhnw.ch/platformen/nanolab) are the characterization of biomaterials, vesicles, colloids, surfaces as well as the synthesis of nanomaterials, e.g. coatings, sol gels, polymers, electrospinning, hydrogels, colloids and more. An extensive instrument park enables the international team of research scientists and students, to support companies through innovative applied research, technical development and problem solving.

Microsynth AG

Microsynth (founded in 1989) is a leading European company in the area of nucleic acid synthesis & analysis. Microsynth has subsidiaries in Germany (Microsynth Seqlab GmbH), Austria (Microsynth Austria GmbH) and Switzerland (ecogenics GmbH). Altogether Microsynth employs a staff of about 100 people.

The main activities are divided into following three business areas:

1. DNA/RNA Synthesis
2. DNA/RNA Analysis and Sequencing
3. Contract Research/Outsourcing

Microsynth has accumulated comprehensive knowledge to translate the customer demand into a well-defined analytical procedure taking advantage of a state-of-the art toolbox in DNA and RNA-based synthesis and analytical platforms.

Microsynth AG
Schützenstr. 15 | 9436 Balgach | Schweiz
Tel. +41 (71) 72283-33 | Fax: +41 (71) 72287-58
www.microsynth.ch | info@microsynth.ch

Schaefer-Tec AG

The Schaefer-Tec Group with multiple offices in Europe represents Innovative Solutions for industry, government and academic institutions. We specialized for High Precision Analyses Systems for Science and Engineering.

In Switzerland we are known as substantial partner for Electron Microscopy, Scanning Probe Microscopy (RT & UHV), 3D Optical and Mechanical Surface Profiling, Nanoindentation, Tribology, Cryostats, Vacuum-gauges, Nanoparticle Analysis and Spectrometry.

By visiting us, you find the well-known brands as Phenom REM by ThermoFisher, Tencor by KLA, Profilometer by sensofar and many more. Highly appreciated is our dedicated professional customer service: consultation, analyses, installation, customer training as well as on-site maintenance.

www.schaefer-tec.com

FIRST-Lab, ETH Zürich

FIRST-Lab is an ETH technology platform at the Hönggerberg Campus. We provide a cleanroom for micro- and nanotechnology to enable young scientists performing their research experiments with our state-of-the-art equipment. Our services cover high-level infrastructure support, training and education of users on the equipment, and scientific and technical consulting.