2025-02-19

KNOVA: 5 Years of Open Innovation in Action

 

For companies striving to stay ahead, innovation isn’t just an option—it’s a strategic necessity. At LEMO, we recognise the immense value of bridging industry with academia, and that’s why we’re proud to be part of KNOVA, EPFL’s innovation-driven program.

Since its launch five years ago, KNOVA has been instrumental in fostering collaborations between businesses, researchers, and startups. It provides direct access to cutting-edge research, breakthrough technologies, and expert guidance, helping companies like LEMO navigate the dynamic world of academic innovation.

Situated next to EPFL’s thriving ecosystem, LEMO benefits from its proximity to one of the world’s leading centers for technological advancement. This strategic location fosters natural exchanges between our teams and EPFL’s experts, accelerating the development of pioneering solutions in high-performance interconnect technology.

As a global leader in our field, LEMO has leveraged the KNOVA network to drive new projects and partnerships that fuel our innovation pipeline. The opportunity to connect with EPFL’s rich ecosystem of talent and technological advancements has proven invaluable, enabling us to push the boundaries of what’s possible in our industry.

We’re excited to continue this journey in 2025, working alongside esteemed industry players like LVMH, Novartis, and Bulgari, as well as dynamic new entrants such as Swarovski and Humard Automation. The diversity of expertise within KNOVA fosters a culture of collaboration and knowledge exchange—key drivers of technological progress.

As KNOVA continues to evolve, LEMO remains committed to exploring new opportunities, deepening our partnerships, and shaping the future of innovation.


 

LEMO part of KNOVA, EPFL's innovation-driven program

 




Learn more about this program at the following link 
KNOVA – 5 years of open innovation in action - EPFL

 

LEMO X KNOVA : 5 Years of Open Innovation in Action

" KNOVA has become a strong partner in helping LEMO innovate. The connections we’ve made have enabled us to launch several new collaborative projects. We’re excited to take advantage of the size and diversity found within EPFL and in 2025, we look forward to building on the positive dynamic created over the last few years of this important relationship."

Jacques Mieville, Product Innovation Manager of LEMO.