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Building a blueprint of metabolic health – from mouse to human

Published:19.06.24 — In a new study, EPFL scientists have uncovered the complex genetic and environmental interactions influencing metabolic health and have validated their findings in actual human data.

High-precision measurements challenge the understanding of Cepheids

Published:17.06.24 — EPFL scientists, through the VELOCE project, have clocked the speed of Cepheid stars – “standard candles” that help us measure the size of the universe – with unprecedented precision, offering exciting new insights about them.

Robots au chocolat for dessert?

Published:14.06.24 — A fully edible robot could soon end up on our plate if we overcome some technical hurdles, say EPFL scientists involved in RoboFood – an EU-funded project which aims to marry robots and food.

Miniaturizing a laser on a photonic chip

Published:13.06.24 — Scientists at EPFL have successfully miniaturized a powerful erbium-based fiber laser on a silicon-nitride photonic chip. Since typical erbium-based fiber lasers are large and difficult to scale down, the breakthrough promises major advances in optical communications and sensing technologies.

Fruit fly brain shows how simple commands turn into complex behaviors

Published:12.06.24 — Researchers at EPFL have discovered how networks of neurons in fruit flies transform simple brain signals into coordinated actions. This sheds light on the neural mechanisms underlying complex behaviors for potential application in robotics.

A study of art and architecture revisits Swiss colonial history

Published:11.06.24 — In her PhD thesis, carried out jointly at EPFL's Arts of Science Laboratory and the HEAD – Genève school of art in Geneva, Denise Bertschi examines Switzerland’s role in establishing a slavery-based colony in Brazil. Bertschi, who is also an artist, will display her work at both the Swiss National Museum and the Neuchâtel Art Center in September.

Hydrogen, the net-zero hero?

Published:10.06.24 — Green hydrogen could transform our energy system and solve many supply and emissions challenges. Whether this happens will depend on how economically it can be produced and attractive it will be to consumers.