Walter Steinlin describes the Federal Commission of Technology and Innovation as a catalyst for turning research into innovation. Based in Bern, Switzerland, the commission funds research institutes in corporate projects, and provides mentorship and coaching support for start-ups.
Could you give our international audience an overview of the Federal Commission of Technology and Innovation’s responsibilities?
The mandate is to turn science-based innovation and ideas from basic research into economic value. We do this through promoting projects with existing companies and through promoting start-ups
