Diagnostics & lab automation

Reliable tools and workflows underpin biotechnology innovation

Laboratory automation, diagnostic platforms and analytical technologies support biotechnology research, therapeutic development and clinical care.

Technologies such as robotic sample preparation, automated liquid handling, microfluidics, rapid immunoassays and real-time process analytics streamline complex workflows, reduce manual variability and improve data quality.

Their impact depends on robust instrumentation, quality standards and interoperable data systems that support reproducibility, regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Switzerland’s strengths in engineering, instrument development and life sciences provide a strong foundation for advancing laboratory and diagnostic innovation.

Positioning Switzerland at the forefront of laboratory and diagnostic innovation

The chapter aims to strengthen Switzerland’s position as a leading hub for laboratory automation, diagnostics and analytical technologies that advance research, therapeutic development, disease detection and monitoring. By connecting companies, researchers and industry partners, the chapter fosters knowledge exchange and collaboration to drive innovation and the adoption of new technologies.

Connecting engineering expertise with laboratory and clinical needs

The chapter connects technology developers, instrument manufacturers, biotech companies, researchers and clinical experts to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange and commercially relevant innovation. Its focus covers the full laboratory and diagnostic workflow, from automation and robotics to advanced diagnostics, process analytics, biomarker discovery and companion diagnostics, emphasizing quality, interoperability and secure data exchange to enable reproducible, compliant workflows and wider adoption of new technologies.

Fostering networking

Connecting laboratory technology, diagnostics and life sciences communities through national and international partnerships, complemented by joint events that foster knowledge exchange and collaboration.

Attracting talent & capital

Supporting commercially relevant innovation, sharing market intelligence and connecting laboratory automation, diagnostics and analytical technology companies with investors, potential customers and talent.

Promoting the segment

Serving as a trusted source of information for external stakeholders, while raising the profile of Swiss laboratory and diagnostic technologies and showcasing their contributions through success stories.

Shaping framework

Helping shape favorable and competitive framework conditions for laboratory and diagnostic innovation, including quality standards, interoperability and regulatory clarity to support the adoption of new technologies in Switzerland.

Explore pioneering companies

Discover selected companies from the chapter and explore how their technologies are advancing laboratory workflows, diagnostics and process analytics. Together with chapter partners, these examples showcase expertise across automated sample preparation, analytical instrumentation, rapid testing and precision medicine.

Engage at the Swiss Biotech Day

The Swiss Biotech Day, our flagship annual event and one of the world’s premier biotechnology conferences, offers the diagnostics & lab automation chapter a prominent platform to showcase its innovations, expertise, and industry impact.

Want to showcase your innovations, share your expertise, or expand your network? Companies and experts from the diagnostics & lab automation chapter are invited to express their interest early in sponsorship opportunities, pitching slots, or panel discussions to help shape the chapter program and connect with an international audience.

Laboratory and diagnostic innovation on the global stage

Explore how expert discussions and startup pitches showcased advances in laboratory instrumentation, automation and analytical technologies at the Swiss Biotech Day.

Panel discussion: From force to function - Empowering the next level of mechanobiology research. How automated atomic force microscopy helps to investigate cellular mechanical properties, disease progression and therapeutic response.

Pitching session: Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening startup showcase. Life sciences and laboratory automation technologies presented by Asemblis, AxCellerate, Magnostics and Prevision Medicine.

Drive innovation in laboratory and diagnostic technologies

Companies, researchers and experts in laboratory automation, diagnostics and analytics are welcome to participate, whether or not they are members of the Swiss Biotech Association.

Exchange expertise, showcase innovations and connect technology developers with laboratory and clinical needs.The chapter’s main stage is the Swiss Biotech Day. Contact the chapter head to:

Pitch your company or technology and showcase your innovations
Share your expertise in a panel discussion
Raise your visibility as a sponsor

Diagnostics & lab automation chapter

Reliable tools and workflows underpin biotechnology innovation

Positioning Switzerland at the forefront of laboratory and diagnostic innovation