Publishing scientific articles is not the only thing that researchers at the University of Fribourg (Unifr) are involved in. With the support of the Knowledge and Technology Transfer (KTT) service, a growing number of scientists are also going down the entrepreneurship route. But innovation alone is not enough to start a business. “The decisive factor is the team. Successful researchers are those who are willing to go beyond their academic role: understanding users, building a team, raising funds, and above all, making decisions in the face of uncertainty,” Valeria Mozzetti Rohrseitz, head of the KTT service, explains. Read article

The Fribourg bioeconomy has set itself the goal of converting biomass into a renewable alternative to fossil fuels with the aid of cutting-edge technologies. The cantonal government has also made biomass valorization a priority area of its economic development strategy, a commitment that was reaffirmed in spring 2026 when the canton hosted BIOKET, a leading international conference in this field. It was also the first time that this major event was held in Switzerland. Bloom Biorenewables and Seprify, which were ranked among the top 10 Swiss start-ups in 2025, are living proof that the canton’s strategy is already yielding results. The work of both firms shows that innovative solutions developed in Fribourg can generate international demand. Read article

Fribourg has emerged as a powerhouse of innovation and entrepreneurship in recent years. Today, the canton boasts the expertise, infrastructure, and networks needed to support a business project from concept to market. Jerry Krattiger, Managing Director of the Fribourg Development Agency (FDA), reflects on these developments and shows how the entire regional economy is now benefiting from this upturn. Read article

What do nanotechnology, polymers, digital printing, biopharmaceuticals, plastics processing, and artificial intelligence have in common? All of them, and others besides, have a dedicated institute or center of expertise in Fribourg. With most based on the Pérolles plateau or close by, they form a leading-edge ecosystem where applied research–industry collaboration is an everyday occurrence. Read article

How do you stay agile as your business grows? This is the challenge currently facing CertX. In late 2024, the SGS group became the majority shareholder, ushering in a landmark new chapter for the School of Engineering and Architecture Fribourg (HEIA-FR) spin-off. “We continue to operate independently,” Vincent Sabot, CertX CEO, explains. “We’re a startup inside a large corporation.” Read article

A business cannot be built on a technology alone. You need to find partners who are the right fit, win over investors, and translate your innovation into a viable business model. Yann Steulet, director of Fri Up, and Brigitte Baumann, serial entrepreneur, business angel and seed fund manager, explain why the Fribourg ecosystem owes its strong position to compact, human-centered structures, close ties between research and industry, and a genuine culture of collaboration. Read article

Boldness, speed, a willingness to experiment and take risks: entitled “The Startup Mindset,” the 2026 edition of fribourg.swiss, the official magazine of the Fribourg Development Agency (FDA), explores the mindset that drives startups and the ecosystem that supports their growth. From research and technology transfer to business support, innovation sites and collaboration with established companies, the magazine examines the many facets of Fribourg’s startup scene and shows how the startup mindset extends well beyond startups themselves. The new edition was unveiled at the Marly Innovation Center (MIC). Read article

For the second edition of its flagship publication under the fribourg.swiss brand, the Fribourg Development Agency (FDA) has chosen "The Startup Mindset" as its central theme. The magazine will be officially launched on September 23, 2026, at the Marly Innovation Center. Read article

In March 2026, the canton of Fribourg will host BIOKET, one of the leading international conferences on bioeconomy and biomass valorization technologies. A first for Switzerland—and a chance to reaffirm the strategic role Fribourg plays in this field. Jerry Krattiger, Managing Director of the Fribourg Development Agency (FDA), shares his insights on the significance and outlook of this event. Read article

“Neuroscience-related technologies generate such massive amounts of data today that it’s become impossible to process them using conventional methods. We needed to create a program that brings together the best of both worlds: an understanding of the brain and mastery of digital tools,” explains Dr. Samy Rima, coordinator of the Master’s program in Digital Neuroscience at the University of Fribourg. Read article