Venture Kick
Venture Kick is a private philanthropic initiative based in Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2007 to support Swiss startups at the pre-seed stage. It provides up to 150,000 Swiss francs in funding and offers structured entrepreneurial training aimed at developing sustainable businesses. Entrepreneurs participate in a competitive process, pitching their ideas up to three times for increasing funding amounts, while receiving valuable feedback from expert juries. To date, Venture Kick has supported 600 startup projects with a total of 24.9 million francs, leading to the incorporation of 454 active companies that have created over 6,000 jobs and attracted approximately 2.49 billion francs in subsequent investments. Companies founded by Venture Kick alumni have notably achieved significant recognition, with 55 percent of the TOP 100 Swiss Startup Award in 2018 represented by these ventures. In 2019, the initiative aimed to allocate 4.35 million francs to support idea-stage projects, facilitating the transition of Swiss scientific innovations to global markets.
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Past deals in Simulation
SwissInspect
Grant in 2022
SwissInspect is a technology company specializing in infrastructure and building inspection. It develops a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that creates digital twins of physical structures, enabling construction companies to identify structural defects, predict the asset's remaining lifespan, and plan maintenance or reconstruction accordingly.
Simulatory
Grant in 2022
Simulatory is a company that specializes in developing virtual simulators aimed at training surgeons in ultra-minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for spinal surgery. The simulator provides an intuitive workspace that incorporates machine learning and artificial intelligence, allowing for a comprehensive simulation guide. This innovative approach enables surgeons to practice in a safe, data-driven environment, enhancing their skills and proficiency in complex surgical procedures. By leveraging advanced technology, Simulatory aims to improve surgical training outcomes and ultimately contribute to better patient care in spinal surgery.
Sympheny
Venture Round in 2022
Sympheny is a provider of software-as-a-service solutions and energy planning services designed to assist planners and managers of buildings and urban areas in facilitating the global energy transition. The company leverages a unique combination of digital twin technology and advanced optimization algorithms to enable the efficient design of sector-coupled energy systems at various scales, from individual buildings to entire neighborhoods and cities. By streamlining analyses that traditionally required days into mere hours, Sympheny enhances energy performance outcomes while minimizing risks associated with investment decisions. This efficiency not only supports sustainability objectives but also fosters greater stakeholder engagement and reduces resource expenditures throughout the planning process.
SurgeonsLab
Grant in 2020
SurgeonsLab is a Swiss company founded in 2020, based in Bern, that specializes in developing and producing patient-specific training models for surgical procedures and validating new medical devices. The company focuses on microsurgery and micro-interventions, offering solutions for treatment planning and strategy. SurgeonsLab's innovative devices are designed to enhance precision in surgeries and clinical interventions, enabling medical trainees to improve their skills through high-end technology that serves as an alternative to traditional human and animal models. By facilitating testing and planning for surgical interventions, SurgeonsLab aims to ultimately enhance patient safety and outcomes in the medical field.
Sympheny
Convertible Note in 2019
Sympheny is a provider of software-as-a-service solutions and energy planning services designed to assist planners and managers of buildings and urban areas in facilitating the global energy transition. The company leverages a unique combination of digital twin technology and advanced optimization algorithms to enable the efficient design of sector-coupled energy systems at various scales, from individual buildings to entire neighborhoods and cities. By streamlining analyses that traditionally required days into mere hours, Sympheny enhances energy performance outcomes while minimizing risks associated with investment decisions. This efficiency not only supports sustainability objectives but also fosters greater stakeholder engagement and reduces resource expenditures throughout the planning process.
Sympheny
Grant in 2019
Sympheny is a provider of software-as-a-service solutions and energy planning services designed to assist planners and managers of buildings and urban areas in facilitating the global energy transition. The company leverages a unique combination of digital twin technology and advanced optimization algorithms to enable the efficient design of sector-coupled energy systems at various scales, from individual buildings to entire neighborhoods and cities. By streamlining analyses that traditionally required days into mere hours, Sympheny enhances energy performance outcomes while minimizing risks associated with investment decisions. This efficiency not only supports sustainability objectives but also fosters greater stakeholder engagement and reduces resource expenditures throughout the planning process.
PN Solutions
Grant in 2016
PN Solutions SA is a Swiss company specializing in the design and development of electronic design automation (EDA) software focused on the simulation of parasitic signals in integrated circuits. Founded in 2017 and based in Lausanne, the company creates innovative tools that utilize 3D substrate models to optimize and design automotive electronic systems. Their software is tailored for foundries and design houses, offering a substrate tool that is fully compliant with circuit simulators, enabling the detection of post-layout latch-up risks. In addition to their software offerings, PN Solutions provides services in custom integrated circuit layout and design, thereby assisting clients in enhancing the safety and robustness of their electronic systems.
Virtual Reality Learning
Grant in 2016
Virtual Reality Learning GmbH, based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing a simulator-based virtual reality training platform. The company focuses on providing VR-based driving simulators that enhance training experiences through immersive, action-oriented practical learning. Its platform delivers procedural knowledge and effective training solutions tailored for various sectors, including aviation, driving schools, military, and healthcare. By prioritizing experiential learning over traditional theoretical methods, Virtual Reality Learning aims to improve the effectiveness of training programs across these industries.
Numex
Grant in 2016
Numex GmbH is a Swiss company based in Winterthur that specializes in developing preoperative planning software solutions for orthopaedic surgeries. Founded in 2018, Numex provides innovative tools that allow surgeons to virtually plan procedures such as resections, osteotomies, and arthroplasties. Their software includes an analysis method that evaluates surgical strategies and simulates the biomechanical effects of various approaches on joint structures. By enabling preoperative assessment of different surgical options, Numex's solutions help surgeons make informed decisions tailored to the specific needs of their patients, thereby enhancing surgical outcomes and improving overall patient care.
Virtual Reality Learning
Grant in 2016
Virtual Reality Learning GmbH, based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing a simulator-based virtual reality training platform. The company focuses on providing VR-based driving simulators that enhance training experiences through immersive, action-oriented practical learning. Its platform delivers procedural knowledge and effective training solutions tailored for various sectors, including aviation, driving schools, military, and healthcare. By prioritizing experiential learning over traditional theoretical methods, Virtual Reality Learning aims to improve the effectiveness of training programs across these industries.
PN Solutions
Grant in 2016
PN Solutions SA is a Swiss company specializing in the design and development of electronic design automation (EDA) software focused on the simulation of parasitic signals in integrated circuits. Founded in 2017 and based in Lausanne, the company creates innovative tools that utilize 3D substrate models to optimize and design automotive electronic systems. Their software is tailored for foundries and design houses, offering a substrate tool that is fully compliant with circuit simulators, enabling the detection of post-layout latch-up risks. In addition to their software offerings, PN Solutions provides services in custom integrated circuit layout and design, thereby assisting clients in enhancing the safety and robustness of their electronic systems.
Adaptricity
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Adaptricity AG, established in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing simulation and optimization software tools tailored for adapting electric distribution grids towards renewable energies. The company's flagship product, DPG.sim, is a comprehensive SmartGrid analysis and simulation tool designed to simulate active prosumers on grid topologies, incorporating features like distributed energy storage, demand response, and other active grid elements. Adaptricity also offers extensive consulting services focused on distribution grid-related calculation and simulation tasks, covering areas such as distributed generation, demand response, and energy storage strategies. As of 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of LEONI AG.
Adaptricity
Grant in 2014
Adaptricity AG, established in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing simulation and optimization software tools tailored for adapting electric distribution grids towards renewable energies. The company's flagship product, DPG.sim, is a comprehensive SmartGrid analysis and simulation tool designed to simulate active prosumers on grid topologies, incorporating features like distributed energy storage, demand response, and other active grid elements. Adaptricity also offers extensive consulting services focused on distribution grid-related calculation and simulation tasks, covering areas such as distributed generation, demand response, and energy storage strategies. As of 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of LEONI AG.
Adaptricity
Grant in 2014
Adaptricity AG, established in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing simulation and optimization software tools tailored for adapting electric distribution grids towards renewable energies. The company's flagship product, DPG.sim, is a comprehensive SmartGrid analysis and simulation tool designed to simulate active prosumers on grid topologies, incorporating features like distributed energy storage, demand response, and other active grid elements. Adaptricity also offers extensive consulting services focused on distribution grid-related calculation and simulation tasks, covering areas such as distributed generation, demand response, and energy storage strategies. As of 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of LEONI AG.
Frontier Lattices
Grant in 2011
Frontier Lattices is an ETH-Spinoff providing simulations of fluid flows for various engineering applications. With advanced algorithms based on the Entropic Lattice Boltzmann Method, and high-performance computing enabled software, H-Solve, they offer fast and accurate high resolution simulations for a range of engineering applications.
Thelkin
Pre Seed Round in 2011
Thelkin specializes in the development of advanced test systems and simulators for the mechanical characterization of products, components, and materials. Utilizing innovative servo-electric actuator technology, the company offers high-quality testing equipment that serves various industries, including orthopedic implants, plastics, microelectronics, and transportation. Thelkin's products not only enhance the accuracy of data obtained during testing but also substantially reduce both testing times and costs. Additionally, the company provides mechanical device testing services, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Thelkin
Grant in 2010
Thelkin specializes in the development of advanced test systems and simulators for the mechanical characterization of products, components, and materials. Utilizing innovative servo-electric actuator technology, the company offers high-quality testing equipment that serves various industries, including orthopedic implants, plastics, microelectronics, and transportation. Thelkin's products not only enhance the accuracy of data obtained during testing but also substantially reduce both testing times and costs. Additionally, the company provides mechanical device testing services, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Thelkin
Grant in 2010
Thelkin specializes in the development of advanced test systems and simulators for the mechanical characterization of products, components, and materials. Utilizing innovative servo-electric actuator technology, the company offers high-quality testing equipment that serves various industries, including orthopedic implants, plastics, microelectronics, and transportation. Thelkin's products not only enhance the accuracy of data obtained during testing but also substantially reduce both testing times and costs. Additionally, the company provides mechanical device testing services, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Simpliquity
Grant in 2010
Simpliquity Sàrl is a Swiss company based in Lausanne that specializes in designing and developing software for collaborative learning and working. Founded in 2010 by three researchers from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, the company combines traditional tools with innovative technologies such as augmented reality and computer simulations. These offerings are tailored to enhance group learning and collaboration, making them suitable for educational and professional environments. With a focus on fostering effective teamwork and engagement, Simpliquity aims to improve the collaborative experience through its advanced software solutions.
Strokelab
Grant in 2009
StrokeLab provides medical doctors with relevant decision-supporting information about the specific intracranial aneurysms of patients. StrokeLab's Aneurysm Hemodynamic Simulation Report provides structured information and imagery such as wall shear stress contours, velocity iso-surfaces, oscillatory shear patterns, with and without an endovascular device, supporting the selection and the planning for adequate treatment.
Strokelab
Grant in 2009
StrokeLab provides medical doctors with relevant decision-supporting information about the specific intracranial aneurysms of patients. StrokeLab's Aneurysm Hemodynamic Simulation Report provides structured information and imagery such as wall shear stress contours, velocity iso-surfaces, oscillatory shear patterns, with and without an endovascular device, supporting the selection and the planning for adequate treatment.
Humanikin
Grant in 2008
Humanikin GmbH, founded in October 2008 in Appenzell, Switzerland, is a company specializing in the development of physical human simulators. It offers a range of products including thermal manikins, body parts, and body monitoring solutions utilizing MSR dataloggers. The company also focuses on simulation solutions that address coupled physical processes such as thermal and moisture transport through building structures, as well as the design of industrial protective clothing. Humanikin was established as a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing and Research and has been recognized as a viable small and medium-sized enterprise by the European Union, allowing it to participate in EU framework projects since 2009. The trademark "Humanikin" has been registered since 2010, reinforcing its commitment to simulating the human body.
VirtaMed
Pre Seed Round in 2008
VirtaMed AG, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Schlieren, Switzerland, specializes in the development and production of high-fidelity surgical simulators designed for medical training. The company offers a range of simulators focused on orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, laparoscopy, and urology, as well as custom-made solutions. VirtaMed's innovative simulators utilize advanced data analytics and virtual medical reality technology to provide trainees with realistic surgical experiences, enabling them to progress through increasingly complex scenarios. By collaborating with hospitals, medical societies, and life science companies, VirtaMed integrates its simulation products into medical education, enhancing training programs and reducing costs related to disposable materials. With a commitment to promoting surgical excellence, VirtaMed aims to empower surgeons to achieve proficiency through intelligent simulation.
VirtaMed
Grant in 2008
VirtaMed AG, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Schlieren, Switzerland, specializes in the development and production of high-fidelity surgical simulators designed for medical training. The company offers a range of simulators focused on orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, laparoscopy, and urology, as well as custom-made solutions. VirtaMed's innovative simulators utilize advanced data analytics and virtual medical reality technology to provide trainees with realistic surgical experiences, enabling them to progress through increasingly complex scenarios. By collaborating with hospitals, medical societies, and life science companies, VirtaMed integrates its simulation products into medical education, enhancing training programs and reducing costs related to disposable materials. With a commitment to promoting surgical excellence, VirtaMed aims to empower surgeons to achieve proficiency through intelligent simulation.
VirtaMed
Grant in 2007
VirtaMed AG, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Schlieren, Switzerland, specializes in the development and production of high-fidelity surgical simulators designed for medical training. The company offers a range of simulators focused on orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, laparoscopy, and urology, as well as custom-made solutions. VirtaMed's innovative simulators utilize advanced data analytics and virtual medical reality technology to provide trainees with realistic surgical experiences, enabling them to progress through increasingly complex scenarios. By collaborating with hospitals, medical societies, and life science companies, VirtaMed integrates its simulation products into medical education, enhancing training programs and reducing costs related to disposable materials. With a commitment to promoting surgical excellence, VirtaMed aims to empower surgeons to achieve proficiency through intelligent simulation.
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