We Grow Innovation

INNOVATE, SUCCEED, AND MEET THE GREATEST CHALLENGES

The canton of Vaud is the main center for research and innovation in Switzerland and is one of the wealthiest regions in the world. Science and industry work hand in hand thanks to the presence of globally renowned universities, research centers and companies, providing entrepreneurs with endless possibilities for innovation.

Home of Innovations

Our Assets

Industrial expertise

Industry in Vaud is based on expertise handed down over many generations, which has seen plenty of prime examples of firms earning a reputation for "Swiss Made" quality through the years.

Center of innovation

The canton of Vaud is a leading European hub in terms of technology and innovation, most notably in research and development.

Leading education

A dense network of schools and universities of global renown have placed the canton of Vaud at the forefront of education and research.

Our Leading Companies

Apco Technologies
Bombardier
DEPsys
ecoRobotix
Hublot
Incyte
Swissquote

Our Key Sectors

Information & Digital Technologies

Life Sciences & Health

Research & Development

Scale-Ups

Blockchain

AI & Machine Learning

Our Success Stories

Lunaphore

Lunaphore has developed a device used to analyze and identify cancerous tissue in less than 15 minutes. The startup plans to market its technology to hospitals and research labs.

DEPsys

DEPsys has developed a smart grid management solution. Building on its robust growth in Switzerland, DEPsys now aims to expand globally.

CleanGreens

CleanGreens uses new environmentally-friendly technologies including a mobile aeroponic system that is unique in the world. Lettuce and aromatic herbs are sprayed with water and nutrients using retractable vertical nozzles.

Your Key-Partners

SPEI

Learn about financial incentives and support organizations

Innovaud

Accelerate your innovation projects

10 Regional Organizations

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Find land or premises

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News

12/12/2024

Call for Vaud collaborative projects in data science and AI

The Swiss Data Science Center is looking for innovative projects requiring expertise in data science and artificial intelligence, and with significant transformative potential, in the fields of energy, sustainability, healthcare, biomedical, or social impact and digital transformation.

12/7/2024

[seal] multimedia : J-7 before pre-projects submission deadline

The aim of this call for projects is to stimulate collaborative innovation in order to propose solutions that help meet the challenges of multimedia content security, from data confidentiality to emerging threats linked to new technologies. It is conducted in collaboration with IMI - Initiative for Media Innovation.

Events

1/20/2025

>>venture>> Experts 1-on-1 event

Meet up to 3 experts at 1-1 sessions organized by >>venture>> in Lausanne to help you refine your business idea.
Individual 20-minute sessions, free registration

Lausanne

1/23/2025

Les Rencontres de l’Hydrogène 2025

This event will enable you to explore the technological advances that are transforming our energy landscape. Hydrogen, as a key vector of this transition, will be at the center of discussions, exchanges and presentations.

CUBE (Théâtre de Beausobre)

1/29/2025

Journée Recherche et Innovation 2025

"The levers of economic competitiveness"
A HEIG-VD event featuring collaborative projects presentation, laboratory visits, round table and networking.

Aula, HEIG-VD (Cheseaux)

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