EPFL
Revolutionizing genetic research with privacy-preserving technology
A new cryptography framework for secure genomic studies.
New neural modules discovered: Key to movement and skill learning
Unraveling the brain's hidden motor modules.
EPFL scientists explore molecular collisions with gold
Quantum interference in molecule-surface collisions.
The mechanism behind molecular network formation revealed
There’s a lower chance the molecules will stay connected.
Breakthrough: Hydrogel injections increase bone density rapidly
The results offer hope for future fracture prevention therapies in osteoporosis patients.
Cleaning contaminated soil using proteins
In 2020, Lausanne's soil was contaminated with dioxins from manufacturing processes. Cleaning is expensive and time-consuming, leaving officials unsure whether to proceed. EPFL scientists are...
A copper catalyst can efficiently convert carbon dioxide into acetaldehyde
Breakthrough in green chemistry.
4M: a next-generation framework for training multimodal foundation
An open-source training framework to advance multimodal AI.
Lymphomoids: A lab model of lymphoma tumors
New cancer models could help personalize lymphoma treatments.
Most recent Large Language Models remain vulnerable to simple manipulations
Can we convince AI to answer harmful requests?
Bird-inspired drone can walk, hop, and jump into flight
This greatly expands the range of potential environments accessible to unmanned aerial vehicles.
Water’s quantum secrets revealed
Researchers exclusively observed molecules participating in hydrogen bonds in liquid water.
New spectroscopy unveils the quantum secrets of water
Researchers have exclusively observed molecules participating in hydrogen bonds in liquid water.
Personal care products affect indoor air quality, study
They spark chemical reactions generating new air pollutants.
AI helps disentangle self-interacting dark matter and cosmic noise
The innovation promises to greatly enhance the precision of dark matter studies.
AI tool delivers precise mapping of cell metabolism
This helps scientists understand the biochemical processes underpinning cellular metabolism.
A 2D device can keep quantum computers cool
The innovation could help overcome a significant obstacle to the advancement of quantum computing technologies.
Moving objects precisely using only soundwaves
Soundwaves can be a powerful alternative in the manipulation of microscopic particles.
A new gamma-ray method for monitoring nuclear reactors non-invasively
The new method can improve nuclear safety and treaty compliance.
Scientists identified cell populations that could be key to treating obesity
New cells discovered in human omental adipose tissue inhibit fat cell formation.
EPFL robot notably learned to transition from trotting to pronking
Trotting robots reveal emergence of animal gait transitions.
Researchers measure X-Ray Radiation from Lightning Strikes for the First Time
EPFL researchers have recorded X-rays being produced at the beginning of upward positive lightning flashes for the first time.
An elastomer-based ink for 3D printing objects
An ink for 3D-printing flexible devices without mechanical joints.
Energy scientists unravel the mystery of gold’s glow
This discovery could drive the development of solar fuels and batteries.
Machine learning enhances vertical-axis wind turbine performance
They used a genetic learning algorithm to determine the best pitch for a VAWT blade.
Decoding the complex dance of electrons in water
A major step in understanding a critical process of many chemical phenomena.
Scientists identified some proteins that protect against antimicrobial peptides
The proteins that shield the body against its own immune attacks.
Understanding how cracks propagate in brittle solids
A rare glimpse into three-dimensional crack formation in brittle solids.