Swiss Biotech Day and Swiss Startup Days: Two Appointments with Innovation

Università della Svizzera italiana is a partner of Swiss Biotech Day and Swiss Startup Days—two leading national initiatives in the biotech and deep-tech sectors that draw thousands of professionals each year.

Innovative ideas need the right ecosystem to flourish and deliver tangible impact—specifically, a strategic environment that bridges expertise, resources, and the local region. Through USI Transfer and the USI Startup Centre, the University is committed to strengthening its innovation ecosystem, supporting researchers and young entrepreneurs as they develop pioneering projects. Participating in Swiss Biotech Day and Swiss Startup Days offers a vital opportunity to showcase USI's expertise, broaden networks, and facilitate exchange with industry stakeholders, including universities, research centres, startups, investors, and companies.

"These events provide an opportunity to strengthen dialogue, engage in knowledge exchange, establish contacts, and gather insights to support high-potential research and entrepreneurial initiatives emerging from the university environment. I therefore consider it essential for USI to be represented, not only at these forums but more broadly within the national innovation ecosystem," comments Prof. Antonio Carzaniga, Pro-Rector for Innovation and Corporate Relations at USI.

Swiss Biotech Day, 4 and 5 May at the Congress Center, Basel

USI Stand: SC1, Swiss Cluster, Level 3

Since 2021, Swiss Biotech Day has expanded considerably, cementing its position as one of the world's leading conferences in biotechnology and the life sciences. The 2025 edition drew over 3,000 participants from 49 countries, including 25 international delegations.

Further information and event registration: www.swissbiotechday.ch

Swiss Startup Days, 21 May at the Kursaal, Bern

USI Stand: Main event area

Startup Days is the national benchmark platform for business and networking, bringing together entrepreneurs, startups, investors, facilitators, SMEs, and large corporations in Switzerland within the deep-tech sector. Each year, over 1,500 participants gather to foster innovation and build a more robust startup ecosystem.

More information and event registration: www.startupdays.ch