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Robotics meets the culinary arts

Published:14.04.25 — A Swiss Italian team has created RoboCake, an edible robotic wedding cake that illustrates the advances in robotic food research.

Soft brainstem implant delivers high-resolution hearing

Published:18.04.25 — EPFL researchers have developed a flexible auditory brainstem implant (ABI) that closely conforms to the curved surface of the brainstem. The technology has been successfully demonstrated high-resolution “prosthetic hearing” in macaques.

Smaller, smarter building blocks for future quantum technology

Published:17.04.25 — Scientists at EPFL have made a breakthrough in designing arrays of resonators, the basic components that power quantum technologies. This innovation could create smaller, more precise quantum devices.

Scalable graphene membranes: a leap for carbon capture

Published:15.04.25 — Scientists at EPFL have developed a scalable method to produce porous graphene membranes that efficiently separate carbon dioxide. The breakthrough could significantly reduce the cost and footprint of carbon capture technology.

Augmented reality improves carpentry ease and precision

Published:11.04.25 — A system developed at EPFL uses augmented reality (AR) to help carpenters make extremely precise timber cuts without having to measure or mark up beams. Its hybrid approach stands to make digitally assisted technology affordable for small businesses, woodworkers and construction professionals in developing countries.