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In cancer, an embryonic mechanism gone awry

Published:06.10.12 — Many types of cancer could originate from a mechanism that cells use to silence genes. This process, which is essential in embryonic development, might be accidentally reactivated in tumor cells, according to EPFL scientists.

Melody Swartz named MacArthur Foundation Fellow

Published:03.10.12 — The fellowship, well known in the US, aims at promoting exceptionally creative and promising individuals in the arts, the sciences, and the humanities.

Eight Professors Appointed at EPFL

Published:01.10.12 — The Board of the Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology announced on Friday, 28 September 2012 the appointment of eight new professors and internal promotions at EPFL.

A smartphone in your glasses

Published:01.10.12 — EPFL scientists are developing a prototype of a pair of “augmented” glasses. You’ll be able to read messages, look at your agenda, and receive a variety of information directly on the lenses.

New record for photovoltaic solar cells

Published:28.09.12 — This week, EPFL’s Institute of Microengineering presented in Frankfurt "hybrid" photovoltaic cells with an energy conversion efficiency of 21.4%, the highest obtained for the type of substrate they used. This breakthrough will contribute to lower the cost of solar cell based installations.

Hundreds of biochemical analyses on a single device

Published:24.09.12 — Scientists at EPFL and the University of Geneva have developed a microfluidic device smaller than a domino that can simultaneously measure up to 768 biomolecular interactions.

“A Silicon Valley around EPFL: It's Possible.”

Published:24.09.12 — Pedro Bados, co-founder of Nexthink, EPFL spin-off, dreams of making the region a breeding ground for start-ups. On three continents, his company has developed rapidly since being its inception in 2005. Following is an interview with this dynamic, 32-year old chief.