Bridge Innovation
from Lab to Market

Why Chelonia

Accelerate your R&D, shape breakthrough discoveries, and scale faster with Chelonia’s expert guidance and global network.

Who We Are

20+ Years of Empowering Science-Driven Innovation and Strategic Advisory.

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How You Benefit

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Accelerated R&D Cycles

Shorten your time-to-market using advanced analytics, AI/ML models, and proven innovation frameworks.

Strategic Incubation & Spin-Off Support

Transform cutting-edge research into market-ready ventures with tailored business models, IP guidance, and investor connections.

Global Network of Experts

Access specialized know-how and T-shaped professionals, without the cost of building large in-house teams.

Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships

Secure public/private funding, align academia and industry, and manage complex innovation consortia efficiently.

Featured Articles

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Our Services

Innovation Consulting &
R&D Acceleration

Leverage advanced AI/ML, lean experimentation, and custom roadmaps to test, validate, and deliver new tech solutions faster.

Spin-Off Incubation &
Venture Support

From business model creation to regulatory strategy and investor outreach, we guide university spin-offs and emerging startups toward commercial viability.

Partnerships &
EU Funding Navigation

We orchestrate multi-stakeholder initiatives (academia, industry, government) and help secure public/private funding—including Horizon Europe grants.

Who We Are

Founded in 2002, Chelonia SA has spent two decades bridging the gap between groundbreaking research and commercial success. With offices in Lugano and Basel, we work alongside corporations, academic spin-offs, and public institutions worldwide. Our small, multidisciplinary team and global network of T-shaped professionals bring the expertise, agility, and strategic vision you need to unlock next-level innovation—without large overhead or time-consuming trial and error.

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