Bio-Technopark
In very close proximity to the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), the University and Zurich University Hospital, a science park for life science companies and institutions has developed in the last two decades, which has now acquired both national and international significance. On the former site of the Schweizerische Wagons- und Aufzügefabrik AG and on neighboring sites, 100,000 m2 of laboratory, production and office space is now leased to around 60 companies and organizations, and 80 academic research groups. Video
Leasing
In the Bio-Technopark, it is possible to rent ultramodern laboratories, offices, and complex infrastructure for research and development purposes. The premises offered include fully-equipped laboratory facilities with partly shared infrastructure, and individual rental areas in different sizes and locations and with different fit-out standards. The Bio-Technopark is still being developed and gradually fitted out.
Services
The Bio-Technopark promotes the transfer of knowledge and technology, as well as the foundation and building up of life science companies. In addition to advice, coaching, and support for those who are setting up and developing companies and looking for financing, its services include the organization of events that focus on networking, facilitating the exchange of ideas between specialists, and advanced training.
News
Cellx BioSolutions Wins Swiss Future Award
The Schlieren-based company, led by CEO and co-founder Estelle Clerc, won the Environmental Award at the 2026 Swiss Future Awards. B Lab Switzerland and the PETRAM Foundation present this award to recognize sustainable solutions that are revolutionizing their industries and markets. Cellx BioSolutions received the award for its bacterial separation technology,...
Alternative Signaling Pathway Improves Transplantation of Blood Stem Cells
Gene therapies are used to treat many different blood disorders. However, blood stem cells often fail to achieve their full potential after transplantation. UZH researchers have now explored an alternative signaling pathway that could provide a remedy. Blood stem cells are rare cells in the bone marrow that produce the blood...