The company's purpose is to carry out all research work and to exploit the results of said research, notably: analyses, consulting, studies and developments of all kinds; study, acquisition, representation, assignment, concession, direct or indirect exploitation of all patents, licenses, trademarks or processes. The company may: engage in any financial, commercial or industrial activity, movable or immovable, directly or indirectly related to its purpose; create branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad; participate in all enterprises having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose; grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties, if it serves its interests.