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Our research focuses on the human musculoskeletal system and is particularly concerned with bone regeneration and implants. In addition, we focus on the production, processing and characterization of materials and surfaces.

Our team of experienced specialists and internationally recognized scientists covers a wealth of both industry-related and academic experience. We carry out research projects internally or in collaboration with partner organizations. We also regularly act as an academic partner in Innosuisse projects.
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Our research focuses

Our research focuses on the following key areas:
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Medical technology

  • Functionality of the musculoskeletal system

  • Promotion of the regeneration of the musculoskeletal system

  • Biocompatibility

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Materials engineering

  • Processing of materials and surfaces

  • Characterization methods of materials

  • Tribology

  • Evaluation of materials, technologies and processes

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Joint research projects

We seek research collaborations with partner organizations from academia, clinical practice and industry.

Joint projects include financial and/or material support as well as the active participation of RMS researchers in experimental work, data processing and interpretation.

Academic research

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Innosuisse projects

The RMS Foundation is characterized by cooperation between industry and universities, for example within the framework of Innosuisse projects. As a recognized academic institution, we specialize in turning ideas into innovative, state-of-the-art solutions.

Why partner with us?
  • Proven expertise: Our team can look back on a number of successful Innosuisse collaborations.
  • Innovative research: We use the latest technologies to solve complex industry challenges.
  • Government support: Benefit from federal funding.
  • Explore partnership opportunities with us and leverage our expertise to drive innovation. Contact us to discuss potential collaborations.
Together we can make remarkable progress!

The most important publications at a glance

Discover our research results in established scientific journals.
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Bone substitutes

A proposed mechanism for material-induced heterotopic ossification

M. Bohner et al, Materials Today, 2019

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Biomechanics

Comparison of Fixation Techniques for Acetabular Fractures

C. May et al, J Bone Joint Surg, 2018

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Tribology

PEEK as a replacement for CoCrMo in knee prostheses

R. Heuberger et al, Biotribology, 2021

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Biodegradable metals

Pre-clinical testing of human size magnesium implants in miniature pigs

T. Imwinkelried et al, Mater Sci Eng. C, 2020

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Bone substitutes

Cell-free, quantitative mineralization measurements

Y. Maazouz et al, Biomaterials, 2021

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Our partners in research projects

We are proud and grateful to count many outstanding experts in Switzerland, Europe and the world among our partners.
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Would you like to do research with us?

Please use the application form for research support when submitting your proposal. Project proposals can be submitted by e-mail.
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Our certifications

Since 1995, the services of our materials testing laboratory have been accredited according to ISO/IEC 17025. Our QM system is ISO 9001 certified.
NEWS

Latest news

Here you will find our latest blog posts.
IL-5: Is the strength sufficient – is the deformation permissible?
IL-5: Is the strength sufficient – is the deformation permissible?
Mechanical tests in the RMS The RMS has a broad experience in static and quasistatic tests under tensile, compressive, bending or torsional loads as...
IL-4: Chemical surface analysis with XPS
IL-4: Chemical surface analysis with XPS
The X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, short XPS, utilises the photoelectrical effect (figure 1): X-rays are used to excite the electrons in a...
IL-2: Do you know the fatigue strength of your components?
IL-2: Do you know the fatigue strength of your components?
The RMS has a series of appliances at its disposal. Among them are those for the uniaxial and multiaxial dynamic testing of material specimens,...
IL-16: Cleanliness of medical devices
IL-16: Cleanliness of medical devices
The scientists of the RMS Foundation focused for many years on the toxicological assessment of biomaterials only. While biocompatibility assessments...
IL-6: Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and chemical analysis (EDX)
IL-6: Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and chemical analysis (EDX)
In the scanning electron microscopy, we use a focussed electron beam to scan the surface of a specimen in vacuo. This emits the secondary electrons...
IL-7: Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and application fields
IL-7: Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and application fields
As a special possibility, the SEM of the RMS Foundation offers the three-dimensional recording and depiction of surfaces as well as the calculation...
IL-10: Contact Angle Measurements in the RMS Foundation
IL-10: Contact Angle Measurements in the RMS Foundation
The contact angle of a drop on a surface strongly depends on the chemistry of the surface and on the test liquid: If both are polar (e.g. a water...
IL-11: Surface analysis of a medical instrument
IL-11: Surface analysis of a medical instrument
The discoloured surface of the forceps couldn’t be removed with an acid pickling process and was only with mechanical grinding to remove, what cannot...
IL-15: Notch impact test: Measurement of the charpy impact toughness
IL-15: Notch impact test: Measurement of the charpy impact toughness
Products like surgical instruments (rasps, impactors, etc.) may be subjected to hammer strokes depending on the specific application. Therefore, they...
IL-17: Particle Size Analysis by Laser Diffraction
IL-17: Particle Size Analysis by Laser Diffraction
Principle: The static light scattering (laser diffraction) is a simple and fast measurement principle. The sample (powder, particles, etc.) passes a...
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