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Research ServicesZurich, Switzerland1001-5000 Employees
Empa, based in Dübendorf in the Zurich region of Switzerland, is the interdisciplinary research institute of the ETH Domain focused on materials science and technology development. Its mission is to develop materials and technologies for a sustainable future, supporting applied research and the practical implementation of ideas in areas such as nanostructured and smart materials, environmental and energy technologies, sustainable building technologies, and biotechnology and medical technology. The institute provides customized services to industry partners to strengthen their innovation capabilities and public well-being, while translating research results into marketable innovations through technology transfer. Its primary customers are industry collaborators seeking applied research partnerships to improve competitiveness and operational outcomes. A notable recent development is the 2025 launch of the CarboQuant lab to develop carbon-based quantum materials.