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How DNA packaging controls the “genome's guardian”

Published:31.07.25 — Researchers at EPFL have discovered how the structure of DNA packaging in cells determines which proteins can interact with the key tumor suppressor p53.

Interfacing the nervous system for rehabilitation

Published:30.07.25 — Memory loss, tremors, paralysis: when parts of the nervous system start to break down – or get broken – the consequences for human health can be staggering. Can we fix the nervous system, and how are scientists approaching the problem? We take a deep dive into various strategies for interfacing with the nervous system to restore neuronal function.

Studying collective bee behavior thanks to robotics

Published:28.07.25 — EPFL researchers are developing robotic beehive frames that help locate honey stores inside of beehives over time, without relying on cameras. The aim is to develop new observation tools to study honeybee behavior that better fit the bees’ natural way to occupy space compared to current methods.

Smart microscope captures aggregation of misfolded proteins

Published:24.07.25 — EPFL researchers have developed a ‘self-driving’ microscope that can predict the onset of misfolded protein aggregation – a hallmark of neurodegenerative disease – as well as analyze the biomechanical properties of these aggregates.

AI can't see as well as humans, and how to fix it

Published:22.07.25 — A study from EPFL reveals why humans excel at recognizing objects from fragments while AI struggles, highlighting the critical role of contour integration in human vision.

Uranium-based catalyst turns air nitrogen into ammonia

Published:21.07.25 — EPFL researchers have created a uranium catalyst that converts nitrogen gas into ammonia using a unique binding method, potentially offering insights into more sustainable fertilizer production.

Elephant robot demonstrates bioinspired 3D printing technology

Published:17.07.25 — EPFL researchers have pioneered a 3D-printable, programmable lattice structure for robotics that mimics the vast diversity of biological tissues – from a flexible trunk to rigid bone – using a single foam material.