Protecting the Valais by studying a river that runs through it

Published:28.08.11 — EPFL’s Environmental Hydraulics Laboratory is working with Crealp (Center for Research on Alpine Environments) in Sion to model sediment deposits carried by the Naviscence River. They are simulating possible scenarios for the future of the Zinal ski area, which could be threatened by the river. These research results could be applied elsewhere in the Valais canton.

An EPFL spin-off raises 10 million Swiss francs

Published:25.08.11 — One of the biggest financing rounds for furthering the work of a doctoral student has just been completed at EPFL. The microscopic electrodes developed by André Mercanzini – which are currently in clinical trials – could revolutionize Deep Brain Stimulation.

Scanners reveal a wreck on the bottom of Lake Geneva

Published:24.08.11 — The Russian submersibles involved in EPFL’s elemo project have discovered a new wreck on the bottom of the lake. Underwater archaeology is benefiting from scanners developed for scientific research.

A helium “full moon” to shelter a music and dance festival

Published:19.08.11 — EPFL has designed an architectural project intended to welcome the audience and performers at the St Prex Classics festival. The stage and the tiered seating, entirely made of wood, will be covered by a 25-meter helium hemisphere. The potential of this invention, in particular for tourism, extends well beyond this particular event.

Holograms Reveal Brain's Inner Workings

Published:17.08.11 — Microscopy technique used to observe activity of neurons like never before.

“Human element makes total defense against cyberattacks impossible”

Published:10.08.11 — A recent report shows that cyber attackers infiltrated the UN and U.S. government agencies. Juraj Sarinay, EPFL doctoral student, sheds light on the world of cybersecurity.

A new motor for the watch of tomorrow

Published:03.08.11 — An electromagnetic three-phase motor, invented by EPFL’s Integrated Actuators Laboratory, will enable the watchmaking industry to build watches that are three times more efficient and that can include more applications.