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Scalable graphene membranes: a leap for carbon capture

Published:15.04.25 — Scientists at EPFL have developed a scalable method to produce porous graphene membranes that efficiently separate carbon dioxide. The breakthrough could significantly reduce the cost and footprint of carbon capture technology.

Augmented reality improves carpentry ease and precision

Published:11.04.25 — A system developed at EPFL uses augmented reality (AR) to help carpenters make extremely precise timber cuts without having to measure or mark up beams. Its hybrid approach stands to make digitally assisted technology affordable for small businesses, woodworkers and construction professionals in developing countries.

Trustworthy AI without Trusted Data

Published:10.04.25 — EPFL researchers developed a ground-breaking new tool to help build safer AI.

Strain “trick” improves perovskite solar cells' efficiency

Published:09.04.25 — Researchers at EPFL have found a way to dramatically reduce energy loss and boost efficiency of perovskite solar cells by incorporating rubidium using lattice strain—a slight deformation in the atomic structure that helps keep rubidium in place.

Small- model approach could be more effective

Published:07.04.25 — Small language models are more reliable and secure than their large counterparts, primarily because they draw information from a circumscribed dataset. Expect to see more chatbots running on these slimmed-down alternatives in the coming months.

“Fruit flies are a major source of inspiration in robotics”

Published:04.04.25 — Researchers at EPFL’s Neuroengineering Laboratory, led by Pavan Ramdya, aim to replicate the workings of the brain of the common fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster. We spoke with Ramdya about the exciting prospects for robotics.

How to detect criminal activities on Signal or WhatsApp?

Published:01.04.25 — Encryption is a way to ensure that data sent from one device to another can’t be read if intercepted. But what if the data pertains to criminal activity? Ana-Maria Cretu from EPFL’s Security and Privacy Engineering Lab shares her expertise on safety versus privacy concerns.