MassChallenge

Epios personalized and precision management of brain disorders using daily life monitoring and therapeutics. The Epios system comprises a series of thin leads incorporating sensing electrodes and a miniature implant, inserted beneath the skin. The neural signals are wirelessly transmitted to an external receiver held in place on the skin directly over the implant with a magnet, and from there are conveyed to a wearable data processor and are finally securely stored in the Epios Cloud.

Neurosoft Bioelectronics specializes in the development of soft implantable electrodes designed to interface with the nervous system for diagnosing and treating neurological disorders. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, the company has created next-generation electrodes that are compliant and conformable, addressing the limitations of existing stiff devices. Their flagship product, SOFT ECoG, is a subdural electrode that records from and stimulates the brain's surface, enhancing recording quality and minimizing MRI artifacts. Neurosoft's technology promotes long-term bio-integration, adapting to both static and dynamic mechanics of neural tissue, which can improve therapeutic outcomes for patients and expand the applications of neural interfaces in clinical settings.

Developer of drug delivery solutions intended to facilitate enhanced absorption of co-administered therapies. The company offers novel drug delivery solutions built around its proprietary permeation enhancer, being able to replace current intravitreal injections of biologics with eye drops, enabling users to get patient safety, patient compliance, and decreased health care costs.

Exomotion SA, founded in 2018 and based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, specializes in the development of innovative personal mobility devices. The company's focus is on robotics-based transporter systems that facilitate omnidirectional movement. Exomotion's electronic movement devices integrate advanced electrical boards with motion sensors and a unique wheeled mechanism, allowing for seamless movement in any direction and immediate rotation. This design aims to enhance user experience by rethinking e-mobility, prioritizing both omnidirectionality and safety in its solutions.

Adiposs Sàrl is a Swiss biotech start-up focused on developing medical imaging products and technologies for the early detection of cachexia, a severe body-wasting syndrome characterized by weight loss, muscle atrophy, fatigue, weakness, and loss of appetite. Founded in 2020 and based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, the company has created ImageBAT, a CT contrast agent that facilitates the early identification of cachexia, potentially one year before noticeable weight loss occurs. This capability allows hospitals and healthcare providers to detect underlying conditions, such as cancer, at an earlier stage, thereby improving patient quality of life and increasing their chances of survival in the face of chronic diseases.

Aroma Insights is a Givaudan spin-off free-standing kiosk that digitally delivers aromas guided by AI to create crowd-sourced flavors and fragrances, marketing, collecting data. It can collect dynamic consumer insights data, engage and educate consumers, creates crowd-sourced products, offer personalized recommendations, and more.

Droople believe in a world where water is saved, affordable and available for any single life form on our planet. Sustainability takes a great place in their vision, heart and business. As tenants of earth, their role is to take care of it for the next generations. Their mission is to service businesses, utilities, communities and governing bodies with their water intelligence platform to reduce waste. Their values of transparency, sustainability, and performance are triggering their passion. Today, their value proposition is to provide businesses with retrofit solution to efficiently manage their fleet of water-driven assets and buildings. Their solutions are not only designed to increase benefits, they also take into account related social and environmental impacts. Through their solutions, they are committed to reduce plastic waste with water fountains, reduce CO2 footprint thank to on-time maintenance and grant the quality of drinking water with adequate replacement of water filters for most people.

Plair SA develops and manufactures systems for preventive environment monitoring. It offers Rapid-E, an instrument that accurately and comprehensively analyze single aerosol particles in real time; and Rapid-C uses laser-induced fluorescence and light scattering detection, providing unprecedented high-level output in particle counts. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland.

Terapet SA, founded in 2019 in Geneva, Switzerland, specializes in proton therapy, an advanced form of radiotherapy for cancer treatment. Established by physicists Christina Vallgren and Marcus Palm, along with Professor Raymond Miralbell from the Geneva University Hospitals, the company aims to provide precise tumor targeting while minimizing damage to adjacent healthy tissues. Terapet's innovative technology allows for a reduced radiation dose to surrounding healthy cells by administering high doses of protons that halt at specific depths within the patient. This capability enables medical professionals to monitor the proton dose in real-time and in three dimensions, making cancer treatment more effective and potentially more cost-efficient. The company has successfully demonstrated the feasibility of its concept and is in the process of developing an initial version for market launch.

Combioxin SA is clinical-stage biotech company developing innovative anti-virulence drugs to treat severe bacterial infections and combat antibiotics resistance.

Hempfy focuses on innovative food and beverages, based on proprietary cold infusion technology for harvesting and processing THC-free hemp plants, compliant with Swiss legislation. All their products are 100% Swiss made : they grow Hemp, produce and develop their products exclusively in Switzerland from bottom to top. Their production is based on bespoke quality, starting from selecting the best seeds, clearest spring water till final production by the very "Swiss way of doing things".

SAMAWATT AG is a Swiss company that provides technology solutions for wind and solar park operators, aiming to optimize the sales of renewable energy. Founded in 2018 and based in Eysins, the company specializes in artificial intelligence-driven trading services that help producers manage risks associated with fluctuating energy production and market prices. SAMAWATT's software integrates various functions, including production and price forecasting, spot market trading strategies, battery storage optimization, and enabling peer-to-peer energy exchange. By employing advanced algorithms, the company assists its clients in reducing penalties related to electric grid imbalances and minimizing market losses, thereby contributing to a more efficient and sustainable energy trading environment.

Developer of an online clothing rental platform designed to offer a wide variety of clothes for rental. The company's platform helps users to change their looks according to their wishes and wear high-end outfits for a few days, enabling users to enjoy unlimited dressing all year.

Prodibi Sàrl is a cloud-based software company specializing in high-resolution image display technology. Founded in 2011 and based in Petit-Lancy, Switzerland, Prodibi provides a platform that allows users to showcase images without size limitations, enhancing brand visibility and user engagement. The service is designed for a diverse clientele, including casual and professional photographers, artists, watchmakers, fashion photographers, business users, and web publishers. Prodibi's solution addresses common challenges in online image management, such as quality, performance, color management, and search engine optimization, streamlining the process for developers and reducing the time spent on image cropping and adjustments. By enabling clients to easily replace images without the need for extensive redesigns, Prodibi enhances the overall visual experience while maintaining the integrity of brand presentation.

EBAMed SA is a Swiss startup based in Geneva whose mission is to enable safe and effective non-invasive treatments of heart arrhythmias with protontherapy. The company is currently developing a medical device to enable non-invasive heart motion imaging and real-time synchronization of the therapeutic beam. This device consists in both hardware and software components and expands treatment possibilities for existing protontherapy centres, enabling them for the first time to treat heart patients.

Our core business comprises the development, installation and operation of safety and security smart solutions. Securaxis is the first incubated of BIC of CERN Technologies Switzerland since 2018, laureate of the Entreprendre Network 2017, Generation Entrepreneur 2017, invited to MassChallenge 2017, and finalist of the Swisscom Start up Challenge 2017. We have also recently become part of HP Enterprise Startup Incubator and NVIDIA Inception Program. Securaxis is formed by a team of 8 experts in Machine Learning, Acoustics, Data Management and Entrepreneurship. This team has been working together for the last 4 years and has already achieved the successful development and commercialisation of our security mobile application for clients such as the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs in Switzerland or the Olympic Committee and the United Nations.

Kejako SA, established in 2015 and headquartered in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, specializes in the research and development of medical devices for ophthalmic surgery, specifically targeting presbyopia. The company has created a non-invasive solution aimed at enhancing the quality of life for presbyopic patients by compensating for the gradual loss of visual accommodation. Kejako's innovative approach integrates simulation with minimally invasive treatment, employing a comprehensive eye 3D parametric model and multi-physics numerical modeling to analyze and optimize the eye's optical and mechanical behavior. This technology allows for personalized treatment planning, positioning Kejako as a leader in addressing the challenges of presbyopia within the ophthalmology field.

GliaPharm SA is a biotechnology company based in Geneva, Switzerland, focused on developing treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders. Established in 2016, the company employs an innovative approach that targets glial cells, which are the supportive cells of neurons, to enhance brain metabolism in pathological conditions. GliaPharm utilizes its GliaX technology platform, which incorporates high throughput screening technologies, metabolic tests, and various rodent models of neurological diseases, including Alzheimer's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The company collaborates with selective contract research organizations to facilitate drug development and regulatory processes. GliaPharm aims to become a leader in the field of glia-mediated therapies, offering new treatment options for patients suffering from various neurological conditions.

HARDAH has made 5 years of research at EPFL Innovation Park first, and then at Masschallenge on new graphical user interfaces for the web, and on the impact of Social Networks on the society. One of our laboratory tools was a favorite manager with thematic circles: sport, media, holidays, … Each bubble around a Circle was a link to a website related to the Circles topic. We tested it in many universities and cities and had more than 20'000 feedbacks from Boston, Milan, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Athene, London, Barcelona, Lausanne, Yverdon, Fribourg, Lyon, Lisbon, Paris, Hanoi, and Geneva. We then worked with journalists, scientists, hackers, blockchain experts, philosophers, politicians, thinkers, economists, writers, historians, doctors, and social networks’ users. We made some research on the use of Blockchain for Social Networks in order to find other business models than traditional advertising. We developed as well HARDAH Business, a cloud based B2B collaboration tool for digital packaging. Our founder has financed all the R&D to keep our independence and focus.

Bubo Technologies, founded in late 2016 by a group of friends, specializes in creating an online platform that enhances the reading experience through the integration of e-books and synchronized music. The platform offers a collection of e-books paired with carefully crafted music and unique illustrations, enabling users to read at their own pace while enjoying a more immersive and emotional connection to the stories. By combining literature with music, Bubo aims to enrich the reading experience, allowing users to discover new books and soundtracks that complement their reading journey.

Socialease Ltd is a company based in Lausanne, Switzerland, that provides an AI-driven software platform designed for the hospitality industry, including hotels and restaurants. Founded in 2015, Socialease offers a comprehensive assistant that streamlines digital communication across multiple social media channels. The platform enables businesses to manage their online presence by suggesting ready-to-use communication topics and facilitating the creation of tailored content using text, images, and videos. Additionally, it helps track and schedule media communications, allowing users to effectively control their e-reputation and enhance visibility in a competitive market. By centralizing digital interactions, Socialease transforms the communication challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises into efficient marketing opportunities.

Infinight is a company focused on enhancing the nightlife experience for both party-goers and venue owners. It has developed a mobile and web platform that allows users to discover bars, clubs, and events, facilitating easy access to ticket purchasing, table bookings, and promotional offers. The platform utilizes algorithms to tailor suggestions based on users' musical preferences, location, and social activities, ensuring a personalized experience. For venue owners, Infinight offers a specialized ticketing and marketing platform designed to boost conversion rates and streamline operations, making it a valuable tool for managing nightlife events effectively.

NeaSens is a company based in Geneva, Switzerland, specializing in the development of advanced sensor technology for detecting and monitoring radon, a natural radioactive gas linked to lung cancer. Utilizing modular electronics and sophisticated software, NeaSens' sensors provide real-time monitoring of radon levels, allowing for easy integration into existing ventilation systems and air quality controls. This technology not only helps protect individuals from the health risks associated with long-term exposure to radon but also enables businesses to manage indoor air quality effectively, potentially avoiding costly renovations.

MagicTomato operates an online grocery marketplace that focuses on providing locally made and sourced products. Established in September 2016 in the Geneva area, the company emphasizes sustainability through a decentralized business model that minimizes food waste and packaging. It offers a wide range of non-industrial and GMO-free products, including fruits, vegetables, dairy, meats, and beverages, sourced from around 30 local artisans. With a commitment to freshness, MagicTomato ensures same-day delivery for over 800 items, making it convenient for consumers to access high-quality groceries. The business has achieved break-even status, reflecting its successful integration into the local market.

Imverse SA, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, specializes in software development for Mixed Reality content creation. The company provides innovative tools that enable users to convert 360-degree images into 3D formats and create virtual-reality content in real-time, utilizing virtual-reality glasses. Imverse also offers B2B services that facilitate the creation of immersive VR/MR experiences featuring live hologram actors and real-time visual effects sourced from a single 360° photo. An EPFL spin-off, Imverse employs a proprietary voxel engine to support the deployment of volumetric technology in various sectors, including Location Based Entertainment, live broadcasting, and telepresence. Their platform leverages depth cameras and reality capture software, enhancing personal connections and fostering trust in holographic collaboration and communication.

TieTalent Sàrl operates an innovative online recruitment platform based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 2017. Focused on the tech sector, specifically in IT and Digital Marketing, TieTalent connects qualified candidates and independent experts with companies seeking talent. The platform utilizes a combination of artificial intelligence, user psychometric data analysis, and human expertise to streamline the hiring process, enhancing the quality of hires while reducing time and costs for employers. By prioritizing candidate experience, TieTalent eliminates traditional recruitment barriers, such as motivation letters and unsolicited calls from recruiters, making the hiring process more enjoyable and straightforward for both candidates and companies.

Our core business comprises the development, installation and operation of safety and security smart solutions. Securaxis is the first incubated of BIC of CERN Technologies Switzerland since 2018, laureate of the Entreprendre Network 2017, Generation Entrepreneur 2017, invited to MassChallenge 2017, and finalist of the Swisscom Start up Challenge 2017. We have also recently become part of HP Enterprise Startup Incubator and NVIDIA Inception Program. Securaxis is formed by a team of 8 experts in Machine Learning, Acoustics, Data Management and Entrepreneurship. This team has been working together for the last 4 years and has already achieved the successful development and commercialisation of our security mobile application for clients such as the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs in Switzerland or the Olympic Committee and the United Nations.

ARTMYN provides a disruptive solution for highly accurate digitization of visual artworks, with interactive rendering on mobile devices and accessible via a simple web browser. A unique portable scanner captures gigabytes of data describing the artwork in its finest details, which, along with proprietary web technologies, result in a true-to-life visualisation. This complete new experience allows users to embark on an emotional journey where digital replicas can be explored just as if the originals were in their very own hands.

Kapaw was launched in 2016 to become a leading media company for a mobile first generation. Kapaw explores passion points in Tech, Business, Politics, Environment, and Youth Culture. They create powerful stories around these themes through a variety of social platforms. Millions engage every month and get a better understanding of the world they live in.

Protagoras is a digital solution for financial advisors. It offers unique risk profiling and country-specific tax functionality, addressing each investor’s specific situation and preferences. Their interactive, data-driven, algorithmic approach radically improves the understanding of client investment preferences and automates compliance with upcoming regulations. Protagoras solves massive risk, tax, and compliance issues for financial advisors by providing the most precise investor profiling platform.

Includeed is a consultancy and innovative solution provider focused on diversity and inclusion, particularly regarding gender issues. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Les Acacias, Switzerland, the company operates a platform that allows employees, job seekers, and customers to share experiences, ask questions, and suggest solutions related to diversity and equal opportunities. With programs implemented in Geneva, Zurich, Paris, and Lyon, Includeed aims to foster inclusive business environments by facilitating open dialogue and encouraging transparency among companies regarding their diversity practices.

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MesenFlow Technologies has developed a bio-imaging platform aimed at enhancing the drug development process while addressing critical issues such as species cross-reactivity and animal testing. Utilizing proprietary protocols on primary human cells, the technology allows for the early definition of a drug's mechanism of action and its relevance to human biology. This approach not only accelerates pharmaceutical development but has also been adapted for use in the cosmetics and nutrition sectors, enabling the assessment of the physiological impacts of cosmetic and nutraceutical candidates during the initial phases of development. MesenFlow Technologies focuses on providing solutions for environments where animal-free testing is essential, ensuring that safety and efficacy evaluations align closely with human biological responses.

ARTMYN provides a disruptive solution for highly accurate digitization of visual artworks, with interactive rendering on mobile devices and accessible via a simple web browser. A unique portable scanner captures gigabytes of data describing the artwork in its finest details, which, along with proprietary web technologies, result in a true-to-life visualisation. This complete new experience allows users to embark on an emotional journey where digital replicas can be explored just as if the originals were in their very own hands.

Goodwall SA is a social development platform designed for students and young professionals, facilitating connections over shared interests while providing access to various opportunities. Founded in 2014 and based in Geneva, Switzerland, Goodwall allows users to create profiles that highlight their academic achievements, skills, and ideas, making them visible to universities and employers. The platform boasts a database of over 5 million job and internship opportunities, along with more than $1 million in scholarships and awards, as well as numerous volunteer events. Goodwall specifically caters to the needs of Gen Z and millennials, positioning itself as a leading community for personal and professional development.

ProtonMail is a service that provides easy to use secure email. ProtonMail's secure email system is designed around the principle of zero access. This means user data cannot be read by ProtonMail and turned over to third parties because ProtonMail servers do not store user encryption keys. The service is backwards compatible with insecure email providers such as Gmail and Yahoo and does not require the installation of any software to use. ProtonMail is based in Geneva, Switzerland and provides users additional protection through extraordinarily strong Swiss privacy laws.