--- title: Explore the Page to get the info about Swisens Team description: Learn more about our team. --- ![Graf_Elias-1](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Graf_Elias-1.png) **Elias****Elias Graf** Meet Elias, our dedicated expert overseeing the application and measurement laboratory and serving as a Software Engineer & Data Analyst. Equipped with a bachelor’s degree in systems engineering from the University of Applied Sciences NTB Buchs, Elias drives the application development and calibration of Swisens Poleno. Since May 2020, he's contributed his practical expertise in electronics, control, and automation technology to our development team. Outside of work, Elias enjoys drumming and indulging in bouldering adventures. ![Niederberge_Erny-1](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Niederberge_Erny-1.png) **Erny****Erny Niederberger** Meet Erny, our Chief Scientific Officer and co-founder at Swisens. With a background in electrical engineering and business administration, Erny boasts over two decades of experience in electronics and software development. He's driven by the revelation that our understanding of aerosol particles in our air is lacking, fuelling his passion for exploration. Outside of work, you'll find Erny exploring the mountains on foot or by mountain bike, feeding his adventurous spirit. ![Schwendimann_Andreas-1](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Schwendimann_Andreas-1.png) **Andreas****Andreas Schwendimann** Meet Andreas, our Head of R&D, boasting an MSc in Molecular Health Sciences and a CAS in Project Management. With years of experience leading small teams in Data Science and Analytics, he's a valuable addition. Andreas' passion for data and software products drives his support for our software and data science sector since July 2023. Outside of work, Andreas can be found crafting in his hobby workshop or enjoying board games. ![Burch_Philipp-1](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Burch_Philipp-1.png) **Philipp****Philipp Burch** Meet Philipp, one of the three founders of Swisens and our product developer. During his master’s degree in electrical engineering, he played a pivotal role in developing the prototype of Swisens Poleno. His master’s thesis earned him an award from the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts in 2016. With expertise in analogue and digital electronics, embedded software, and mechanical design, Philipp brings valuable know-how to our team. Outside of work, he enjoys climbing at the gym and working on personal engineering projects. ![Abt_Reto-2](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Abt_Reto-2.png) **Reto****Reto Abt** Meet Reto, one of the three founders of Swisens and our Product Manager. Holding master’s degrees in electrical engineering and industrial engineering, he seamlessly blends technical prowess with economic acumen. Reto boasts extensive experience in opto-electronics, high-speed analogue low-noise circuits, VHDL design, MATLAB simulations, and data communication. Outside of work, Reto enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends, embracing life's adventures. ![Spring_Cédric-1](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Spring_C%C3%A9dric-1.png) **Cédric****Cédric Spring** Meet Cédric, our Head of Production & Customer Service, boasting years of international experience as a service technician for automation robots. With a background across various workplaces worldwide, Cédric has been a valuable addition to our team since August 2020, supporting production and technical service. Outside of work, you'll find Cédric in his motorbike workshop or spending quality time with his family. ![Zeder_Yanick-1](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Zeder_Yanick-1.png) **Yanick****Yanick Zeder** Meet Yanick, our Machine Learning & Software Engineer, who earned his master’s degree in electrical engineering. Formerly a competitive rower at the Rowing Club Reuss Lucerne, Yanick is used to collaborative teamwork. With extensive experience in machine learning and software engineering, he's an asset to both the data science and product development teams, supporting Swisens since February 2019. Outside of work,, Yanick seeks new challenges, both athletically and mentally. ![Charriaud_Cyril_small_medium](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Mitarbeiter%20Portraits/Charriaud_Cyril_small_medium.png) **Cyril****Cyril Charriaud** Meet Cyril, our sales engineer. Holding a master’s degree from a French Grande Ecole de Commerce, Cyril is experienced working in challenging markets, with highly technical products. He joined Swisens in April 2025, and spends a lot of time discussing projects with customers and partners. In his free time, you’ll find him either enjoying the great outdoors, or reading with a whisky in hand! # Team ### Our Vision The earth and our living space is in a state of change, and so is the microcosmos of particles in the air that surrounds us. We make these changes visible. We contribute to a better knowledge and understanding of the air we breathe, the food we eat and the aerosol microcosm with all its facets. Together with our customers we improve the health and quality of life for people, plants and animals around the world.** ### Our Mission To improve health and quality of life for people, plants and animals globally, we need accurate, real-time data with dedicated actions. Both require early detection and selectivity in aerosol particle measurements. Therefore we develop new technologies and use cutting-edge machine learning models & algorithms for real-time particle monitoring. To ensure the success of our pioneering work, we trust in high quality Swiss engineering as well as strong partnerships with leading academic and industrial partners worldwide. As a result, we provide precise data enabling new insights on air and soil pollution, atmospheric processes and allergy management. Through automatic and continuous monitoring, our customers first and foremost gain efficiency and effectiveness in their operations making better and faster decisions. And faster decision making enables new business models towards their respective end customers **Detect what’s in the air - Swisens!** ### Our Values #### Real Interest We build strong, long-term relationships and show genuine interest in the challenges and needs of our customers, employees and suppliers. We are truly interested in teamwork and offer help proactively. #### Empowerment We continuously and passionately share knowledge in the team with customers and partners. We don’t just deliver products we support our customers so that they can get the best out of our solution and be successful with it. #### Commitment We keep all our promises and inform transparently when there’s a projected delay in time or quality. When we commit something, all stakeholders can count on us and if there’s a change needed, we will explain why and reach out to our employees, customers & partners. #### Radical Innovation We are passionate pioneers who develop radical innovation - made in Switzerland. We trust in our abilities, are not afraid of bold or new ideas and approaches and enjoy the challenge of creating disruptive solutions. #### Respect We meet each other l at eye level and encourage everyone actively to contribute their ideas. We act thoughtfully, and with solid reasoning. We learn from our mistakes, and we are open to challenge each other. #### Responsibility We use all our resources consciously and sustainably whenever possible. We trust in our abilities to act independently and risk-consciously and make the right decisions. ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot_11.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot22.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot33.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot44.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot55.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot66.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot77.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot88.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot99.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot100.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot133.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot144.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot155.png) ![](https://www.swisens.ch/hubfs/Action_Shot166.png)