The company's purpose is to develop materials and reference standards for quality assurance, as well as to provide research, consulting, and analytical services, particularly in the fields of the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, medicine, and other scientific fields. 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. It may acquire, develop, manage, and exploit patents, trademarks, licenses, manufacturing processes, and intellectual property rights. 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 guarantees and sureties for its subsidiaries and third parties.