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2011 Magistrale attended by Didier Burkhalter

Published:16.10.11 — Under the marquee set up on the Place Cosandey, a number of local personalities – including the Federal Councilor for Home Affairs – were welcomed to the 2011 Magistrale. For once, Dance and Science joined forces in style to celebrate the 657 new Master graduates.

From whales to earthworms, the mechanism that gives shape to life

Published:14.10.11 — Mice don’t have tails on their backs, and their ribs don’t grow from lumbar vertebrae. And for a good reason. EPFL scientists have discovered the mechanism that determines the shape that many animals take – including humans, blue whales, and insects.

EPFL boosts presence in Neuchâtel

Published:11.10.11 — With the development of Microcity, EPFL is establishing its presence in the canton of Neuchâtel. The first stone of the building, which will house the Institute of Microtechnology, was laid on Tuesday, October 11.

Bisphenol A: mothers' exposure increases cancer risk for children

Published:10.10.11 — Researches find link between increased risk of breast cancer in children when mothers are exposed to Bisphenol A during pregnancy or while breast feeding. This important discovery comes on the heels of an international debate about eliminating Bisphenol A in order to protect small children.

Eddies in Einstein's formula

Published:07.10.11 — How does a microscopic particle behave in a liquid? New results published in the journal Nature show that Einstein’s formula for describing this situation needs a little adjustment. This will in turn open up possibilities for new applications, particularly in biology.

Reflex special edition: six megaprojects, one billion euros

Published:06.10.11 — With its Flagships Initiative, the European Union plans to fund science projects of unprecedented size. A special edition of EPFL’s magazine outlines the six projects that are competing for this funding jackpot – three of which are Swiss.

EPFL scientists in Haiti to combat cholera transmission

Published:05.10.11 — Two EPFL laboratories have rallied round Terre des Hommes Lausanne. They have created a working group with the aim of developing tools capable of predicting how the bacteria will spread, and organizing healthcare initiatives efficiently.