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A miracle molecule hiding in milk

Published:06.06.12 — A Lausanne-based research team has identified a molecule naturally present in milk and other foods, nicotinamide riboside, that has extraordinary health benefits. Their findings indicate it could play an important role in preventing weight gain and diabetes and improving muscular performance.

EPFL is ready for a historical Internet migration

Published:04.06.12 — On June 6, 2012, EPFL will participate in launching the new Internet protocol IPv6.

Walking Again After Spinal Cord Injury

Published:31.05.12 — Scientists wake up a dormant spinal column and restore voluntary lower body movement when stimulated.

Graetzel cells are implanted in an iPad keyboard

Published:29.05.12 — Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSC) from EPFL enter the public market. Logitech chose this technology to power its new flagship product.

Eight Professors Appointed at EPFL

Published:25.05.12 — During the session of Mai 23 and 24 2012, the ETH Board announced eight appointments concerning EPFL.

A way to reduce the Internet's energy drain

Published:25.05.12 — Researchers at EPFL have developed a device intended for monitoring and saving the energy consumed by large data centers. It was developed in collaboration with Credit Suisse, which has used it to equip the power of its server racks.

Texting Made Possible for the Illiterate

Published:23.05.12 — People incapable of reading and writing will have access to text messages from now on. A system using vocal synthesis, icons and contact management allows people to send and read text messages by those normally unable to read and write. It is already being used in Switzerland.