How genes, sex, growth and age impact lifespan

Published:12.10.22 — Scientists led by groups at EPFL and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) explore the elaborate interplay between genes, sex, growth, and age and how they influence variation in longevity. Their results point at fundamental processes of aging that help in improving human healthspan.

Switzerland-Korea exchange students test solutions for seniors

Published:11.10.22 — The recently completed first edition of the KimCheese program challenged students from Switzerland and Korea to design solutions to everyday obstacles faced by senior citizens in both countries.

The days of the generalist are gone. Long live the specialist!

Published:10.10.22 — In science, specialization pays off – at least when it comes to career impact. That’s the finding of a team of EPFL researchers who looked specifically at this subject.

Stabilizing polarons opens up new physics

Published:07.10.22 — Physicists at EPFL have developed a formulation to solve the longstanding problem of electron self-interaction when studying polarons – quasiparticles produced by electron-phonon interactions in materials. The work can lead to unprecedented calculations of polarons in large systems, systematic studies of large sets of materials, and molecular dynamics evolving over long time periods.

Researchers deliver science for humanitarian action

Published:06.10.22 — Using innovative technologies and scientific expertise to help people in need is the goal of the Engineering for Humanitarian Action initiative launched by the ICRC, ETH Zurich and EPFL in 2020. Six of the projects are already offering results for tangible improvements for the ICRC.

Lightweight, ultra-connected seaborne containers

Published:05.10.22 — The composite containers developed by AELER, an EPFL startup, deliver better performance across the board: they’re stronger, have a bigger payload, are better insulated, allow for enhanced tracking and can help cut carbon emissions. More than 60 of the containers are currently crossing oceans around the world, and the firm hopes to grow this number substantially starting next year. 

Best Teaching Award caps a career educating tomorrow's physicists

Published:04.10.22 — EPFL physics professor Jean-Philippe Ansermet has won the 2022 Credit Suisse Award for Best Teaching – a crowning achievement that comes just before he retires. For thirty years he taught with passion and an unshakeable enthusiasm.