The company's purpose is the design, development, manufacture, marketing and maintenance of pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, in vitro diagnostics, medical devices, laser sources and systems, and eye-tracking technologies, including the financial, scientific and technical services associated therewith. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide securities for the liabilities of affiliated companies.