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Learn how regional partnerships within the value chain can help building up a strong supply system. Discover that 1+1 is more than just two. The different lectures will show how the current challenges can be successfully countered by means of regional partnerships and the efficient use of resources and energy.

The speakers coming from academia, start-ups and SME will illustrate from different angles how to build up a future-oriented and strong supply system. With presentations from World Food System Center, ETH Zurich, fenaco, upgrain, The Cultured Hub, Hängry Foods, ZHAW, GreenState AG and Centre for Development and Environment (CDE), University of Bern.

The focus of the event will be the keynote speech by Dr. Stefan Gärtner. He is director for the research focus on spatial capital at the Institute for Work and Technology in Gelsenkirchen and is considered an expert for urban production, urban economy, regional development as well as circular economy. In the subsequent panel, he and producers will discuss opportunities and solutions. The event will be moderated by Tama Vakeesan (presenter SRF, reporter).

Speaker / Panel Participants

• Sonja Gehrig, Head of the Cluster “Circular Economy” UGZ
• Dr. Stefan Gärtner, Director for the Research Focus Spatial Capital at the Institute for Work and Technology in Gelsenkirchen, Germany
• Christian Kägi, Co-Founder Qwstion
• Martina Novak, Head of Sustainability Planzer
• Miriam Frei, Managing Director Fensterfabrik Albisrieden

Procedure

17:00 Door opening

17:30 Opening Tama Vakeesan and Sonja Gehrig, UGZ

17:40 Keynote Dr. Stefan Gärtner

18:10 Panel discussion with urban producers

19:00 Apéro Riche

It is a public event and all interested parties are welcome.

Please register here: Link

On Wednesday, June 14, 2023, the 27th Symposium on Privacy and Security will be held at Pädagogische Hochschule (PHZH) in Zurich. Experts present and discuss new developments in data privacy and information security. Topics include contextual integrity, the new federal data protection law, challenges on the path to digitized government, and increasing threats to cybersecurity. Participation is free of charge for employees of public bodies in the canton of Zurich – as a further training offer from the data protection officers.

The Symposium on Privacy and Security is an annual fixture for anyone interested in privacy and security issues.

This year’s Swiss Mechatronics Day focuses on the contribution of mechatronics in medical technology. Medical technology is a constantly evolving field in which new and innovative technologies are increasingly being used.

One development is the increasing use of mechatronic systems, which are now used in many medical technology applications. In the process, intelligent and assistive systems are created that can be used in the hospital environment, in laboratories and also on patients. For the future of medical technology, mechatronics is an extremely important component that makes previously unthinkable things possible for doctors and patients and makes life easier. We will present concrete examples of this in the lectures and the exhibition at Technopark in Zurich.

CONTENTS:

The use of artificial intelligence has become an integral part of various research and innovation projects in science, business and government. In order to address multifaceted issues with targeted added value, the Canton of Zurich is taking a step ahead. Its Innovation Sandbox is a test environment for the implementation of AI projects. Along concrete projects, it offers an effective platform for creating responsible innovation. And in this INNOtalk, we will learn firsthand how this happens.

Start-ups, established technology companies as well as research institutes work closely with the public administration in the Sandbox. Selected AI projects receive effective support in this, such as through the provision of regulatory know-how in the area of data protection or the provision of data sources from the cantonal ecosystem. AI projects are systematically evaluated and result in insights on autonomous driving, machine translation in a government context, or automation in various forms. All results are shared publicly in each case to promote the responsible use of AI and to trigger mutual learning processes. An innovation approach par excellence.

In a special edition of the INNOtalk event series, the SwissICT Innovation Specialist Group would like to discuss relevant aspects of the topic of artificial intelligence in an interactive manner and is looking forward to the participation of expert Raphael von Thiessen and, of course, all the guests present. The choice of an inspiring venue along with a pleasant atmosphere and plenty of opportunity for valuable networking make this event unique.

Click here for the Innovation Sandbox Kt. ZH.

REFERENT:

Raphael von Thiessen, Project Manager New Technologies at the Location Promotion of the Canton of Zurich, Co-Founder Momentum Collaboration

Raphael von Thiessen realizes cross-industry projects at the interface between technology and innovation. He has written several publications for the think tank W.I.R.E., including “Decoding Artificial Intelligence” (NZZ Libro, 2020). As project manager of the Innovation Sandbox for Artificial Intelligence, he promotes the development of competencies in the area of regulation, data and innovation within the administration of the Canton of Zurich. At the same time, as co-founder of “Momentum Collaboration”, he implements strategy and innovation projects to increase the future viability of organizations.

AGENDA:

08.30 – 09:00 Arrival at the venue with coffee & croissants

09:00 – 09:15 Start of the event with a welcome by the Innovation Section

09:15 – 10:15 Reference presentation by Raphael von Thiessen on the Innovation Sandbox for AI including Q&A session.

10.15 – 11.00 Discussion and networking with coffee & croissants/fruit

11.00 End of the event

DATE & PLACE:

Tuesday 20 June 2023, Fernfachhochschule Schweiz (FFHS) at Zollstrasse 17 in 8005 Zurich

COST:

Free of charge. Please inform us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend.

AUDIENCE & LANGUAGE:

Open event for anyone interested in the topic.

Presentation in German.

ORGANIZERS:

Moderation team of the Innovation swissICT expert group & swissICT office (Carol Lechner) in co-creation with the Office for Economy & Labor of the Canton of Zurich

The International Food Innovation Conference is dedicated to the question of how the food system can be sustainably reformed along its entire value chain, from production to final consumption. In its third edition, the focus is on consumers. Representatives of startups and industry leaders will discuss with scientists and thought leaders questions such as:

• What does it take for novel food to be accepted?
• Do consumers need to be seduced and educated?
• Can suppliers survive with better food at lower prices?
• Will healthy diets become the luxury of the future?
• How do we solve the standoff in the game of responsibility between producers, industry, trade, consumers, politics, authorities and regulators?
• Who will be the game changer, a “Tesla of the food industry”?

The International Food Innovation Conference will be held in German and English (with simultaneous translation).

We invite you to this thematic event organized by Swiss Triple Impact (STI) in collaboration with ELEVATE and IWB. Immerse yourself in the topic of sustainable procurement and learn how your company can realize goods, services or buildings in an economical, environmentally friendly and health-friendly way.

Have you always wanted to get to know Planted better? Learn how we make meat from plant proteins (yellow pea, oat, sunflower) and how Planted went from a small ETH start up to a well-known food tech company across Europe?

In a one-hour planted.experience we tell our story, show you what plant proteins can do and give you an insight into our glass production. In addition, you can treat yourself to a fine lunch at the buffet in planted.bistro by Hiltl and even mix your own marinade for a Planted Nature product of your choice. And it’s all in just one ticket!

We are looking forward to meeting you!

Customer or patient journey, website relaunch, patient portals, digital assignments, employer branding – the topics surrounding marketing and communication are diverse and wide-ranging, even in the hospital environment. What often starts with “just” the idea of relaunching the hospital website often ends with a new communication strategy. At this event, we will show you possible challenges and opportunities that arise, for example, through a revision of your own website.

Startups and scaleups can benefit tremendously from external members of the Board of Directors or Advisory Board – and many experienced individuals are eager to work for startups and scaleups. But getting to know each other is difficult. Boardhub.ch wants to solve this problem – the first time on 29.06.2023 at Bluelion in Zurich.

Procedure:

• 20 experienced board members and advisory board members introduce themselves in 90 seconds each
• The entrepreneurs talk to the people who would be suitable for them.

The occasion is cheerful, fast, uncomplicated.

Further information and registration via boardhub.ch.

FOCUS & PROGRAM

The conference will highlight current regulations and hurdles in the food sector and discuss which legal framework conditions are needed for Switzerland to become an important player in this sector.

ORGANIZER

The Swiss Food & Agro-Tech Association (SFATA) founded in Switzerland last year, aims to promote Switzerland’s competitiveness in the food sector and support innovation in the food and agro-tech area.

IMPORTANT 

Registration open until June 15, 2023 – first come, first served.

“Digital Strategies for Future Healthcare.”

We look forward to engaging with you and others from healthcare, IT, management, healthcare professionals, startups and research at the Digital Health Lab Day on Thursday, August 24, 2023.

Please note the date already now – an invitation incl. Registration will follow in June.

The theme of the fifth edition of the Digital Health Lab Day at the ZHAW is: “Digital Strategies for Future Healthcare”.

In keynotes, workshops, poster presentations and startup pitches, as well as other formats, the developments and concrete applications of digital solutions for healthcare, including in the area of smart hospitals, will be presented and discussed using impressive showcases.

Call for Startups: Would you like to present your Digital Health Startup? Do you want to win the jury or audience award? Take your chance and apply for the Startup Pitching Session here.

Make new contacts and shape the future of our healthcare system with us!

Industry meets Science – Interested in meeting ETH Zürich experts on digitalization, health, sustainability, and materials and in discussing potential collaborations? Listen to five-minute research presentations, case study interviews, and talk to leading scientists and entrepreneurs at the 70+ exhibition booths. Secure your ticket now: www.ethz.ch/industryday Event language is English

During this Multistakeholder Workshop, multiple players from within the ecosystem will work on Business Modeling in the healthcare system.

The Finance Forum Zurich is the new major financial conference in Zurich and the central meeting place for decision-makers from business, politics and academia as well as specialist audiences. Top-class national and international speakers and a high-class audience of decision-makers from near and far will transform the event, which will in future be held annually at the Kongresshaus Zurich, into the central meeting place for the financial sector. Tickets are available now.

All visitors expect both interesting presentations and discussion panels, as well as informative workshops and attractive networking opportunities. Speakers at the premiere include former Bundesbank president and UBS board chairman Axel Weber, Mirjam Staub-Bisang, Head of Blackrock Switzerland, geneticist Markus Hengstschläger, ti&m-CEO Thomas Wüst and moderator Andi Lüscher.

Everything you need to know about current and future regulations

The “National Regulatory Conference” highlights all regulatory aspects that affect the medtech industry today and in the near future. In addition to the current content around MDR/IVDR and the Swiss MepV/IvDV, it also covers the use of health data and reporting on sustainability issues.

A concise overview highlights what everyone needs to know about medical device regulation, health data, sustainability and corporate governance. Following this, there will be plenty of time reserved for breakout sessions to explore each topic in greater depth.

Secure your ticket now. The number of participants is limited to 500 people. The event language is English.

We invite you to this thematic event organized by Swiss Triple Impact (STI) in collaboration with GetDiversity. Dive into the topic of diversity in business and learn how you can expand diversity in executive teams and boards of directors and successfully leverage it throughout the organization.