The purpose of the company is the acquisition, holding, management, exploitation and sale of domestic and foreign participations, whether direct or indirect, in particular in the areas of research, development, production, sale and licensing of products in the fields of biotechnology, pharmacy, medical technology, diagnostics and therapy and related areas. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold, manage, encumber, exploit and sell real estate and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad, as well as finance other companies with or without consideration. The company may carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that appear suitable to promote the purpose of the company or are connected with it.