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New device simplifies measurement of fluoride contamination in water

Published:12.02.19 — Seeking to address fluoride contamination in drinking water, chemical engineers at EPFL have developed a portable and user-friendly device that can measure fluoride concentration accurately and reliably.

“The Arctic atmosphere is key to understanding climate change”

Published:11.02.19 — This summer, 40 international scientists will participate in the GLACE expedition around Greenland in order to study the effects of climate change in that region. One of the 15 projects selected for the expedition will be led by Athanasios Nenes, an atmospheric specialist at EPFL.

EPFL spin-offs receive 16% of startup capital raised in Switzerland

Published:08.02.19 — Funds raised in Switzerland crossed the CHF 1 billion mark for the first time in 2018. And EPFL startups accounted for over a sixth of that amount, bringing in CHF 217 million.

Gummy-like robots could help prevent disease

Published:08.02.19 — EPFL scientists have developed microscopic, hydrogel-based muscles that can manipulate and mechanically stimulate biological tissue. These soft, biocompatible robots could be used for targeted therapy and to help diagnose and prevent disease.