ETH Zurich Spin-Offs of 2025

(This round-up is for informational purposes only, and the order is based on the date of the recognition, from earliest to latest.)

1) Talpa Inspection: Led by Lukas Bircher and Dr. Federico Martinelli-Orlando, Talpa Inspection is transforming the inspection and assessment of reinforced concrete infrastructures. Know More At: talpa-inspection.ch

2) MYNERVA AG: Led by Greta Preatoni, Luigi Carotenuto, and Karin Biondi Morra, MYNERVA stands at the forefront of healthcare innovation, committed to improving the lives of those impacted by diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Know More At: mynerva.com

3) Nerai Bioscience: Led by Vincent Forster, Kim Fabiano Marquart, Sasha M., Lukas Schmidheini, and Gerald Schwank, Nerai Bioscience is bringing curative, one-time genetic therapies to patients suffering from rare inherited diseases, with initial programs targeting the liver and retina. Know More At: nerai.bio

4) Chonova: Led by Frederique Delahaye, Dr Johannes Burkard, and Prof Dr Erich Windhab, Chonova is leading the transformation of the chocolate industry towards smarter and more sustainable production processes. Know More At: chonova.com

5) Optohive: Led by Dr. Dominik Wyser and Michael Wyser, Optohive's next-generation, wearable brain imaging technology offers a powerful tool for clinicians and researchers working to unlock deeper insights into brain function. Know More At: optohive.io

6) Iron Energy: Led by Dr. Lauri Lehtonen, Brian Petrus, Dr. Samuel Heiniger, and Daniel Bloch, Iron Energy has developed a long-duration energy storage solution feasible for seasonal storage, enabling communities and industries to achieve energy self-sufficiency. Know More At: ironenergy.ch

7) UNOMR: Led by Dr. Til Schlotter, Dr. Julia Wagner, and Dr. Julian Hengsteler, UNOMR is reinventing how proteins are analyzed, enabling a future where every proteoform, post-translational modification, and molecular nuance can be directly read with single-molecule precision. Know More At: unomr.com

8) OptimalPSI: Led by Wolfgang Rubin, Thijs Smit, and Stephen Ferguson, OptimalPSI is leading the patient-specific revolution in spine surgery. Know More: optimalpsi.com

9) Herencia: Led by Dr. Rafael Polanía and Dr. Caroline Lustenberger, Herencia is establishing a foundation of precise medicine, equitable care models, and informed social strategies to prevent Alzheimer’s globally. Know More At: herencia-global.org