Inspire

inspire AG is a compact Swiss applied-research and technology-transfer institution with an industry-facing character and a national role in production innovation. Based in Zurich, with activity in southern Switzerland, it connects corporate R&D teams with ETH Zurich expertise, specialized equipment, and researchers experienced in translating technical concepts into industrial solutions. It works through collaborative R&D, feasibility studies, implementation support, and professional training, giving companies a practical route from research findings to manufacturable products and processes. Funding comes from Swiss federal support, Innosuisse programs, and European funding channels. A dedicated technology-transfer model and long-term industry relationships reinforce its role as a bridge between academic research and the Swiss MEM sector.