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A sensory immersion in galaxies of data to explore the cosmos

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The new exhibition produced by EPFL Pavilions transforms the scientific inquiry of astrophysics into sensory and emotional experiences. Until February 5, 2023, the public will have the opportunity to plunge into the immensity of the Universe and its history, transcending the frontiers of art and science.

More soil, less concrete: changing mindsets in construction

29.09.22NewsEducation

For his Master’s project, architecture student Jeremy Morris assessed the life cycle of building materials in Vaud Canton. His research shows that the construction industry could shrink its carbon footprint by making more regular use of soil. Morris proposes three courses of action, which he will present at the Quinzaine de l’Urbanisme.

Better understanding of cellular metabolism with the help of AI

28.09.22NewsEPFL

Metabolism is essential to all living organisms, and modeling the chemical reactions that sustain life is no easy task. Now, EPFL scientists have released REKINDLE, paving the way for more efficient and accurate modeling of metabolic processes thanks to deep-learning.

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Christoph Aeschlimann, diplômé EPFL en Informatique, a été nommé cette année Directeur Général de Swisscom. © Keystone / Christian Beutler

"Students can apply the theory to real-world problems"

29.09.22EPFL

Christoph Aeschlimann, a computer science graduate from EPFL, was recently appointed CEO of Swisscom – another step in a successful career marked by a number of senior management positions in Switzerland. Aeschlimann, who will receive an EPFL Alumni Award at the 2022 Magistrale graduation ceremony, spoke with us about the growing role that digital technology is playing in our everyday lives and about how Swisscom, the country’s biggest telecom operator, is helping to shape the digital transformation.

Raphaël Ahumada is rowing on Lake Geneva.©Alexia Ferri

Raphaël Ahumada juggles architecture and rowing

27.09.22EPFL community

The 21-year-old student, who’s on EPFL’s specialist track for elite athletes, splits his days between virtual classes, intensive training sessions and international races.

Giulia Marino in front of Le Lignon, urban residential complex in Vernier.© Alain Herzog

Giulia Marino: A career devoted to championing modern architecture

15.09.22EPFL

Architect and EPFL researcher Giulia Marino has received an award from an international non-profit organization in recognition of her many years spent renovating Le Lignon, an urban development to the west of Geneva.

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Femtech, taboo-breaking innovations

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Femtech is a term used to describe technologies and applications that focus on women’s health. While this new market offers immense growth potential, taboos around sexuality, periods and menopause continue to hamper progress.

New CDM Director

Professor Dominique Foray has retired from his position as director of EPFL’s College of Management of Technology. He is being succeeded by Professor Rüdiger Fahlenbrach.

A secret language of cells?

Cells may use a secret language for internal dialog about the external world.

Podcast: On the trail of life

Explore the basic concepts of life through the prism of research being done at EPFL, the University of Lausanne and elsewhere.

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Cosmos Archaeology: Explorations in Time and Space

Turning data into sound and images, Cosmos Archaeology: Explorations in Time and Space embraces the scientific, artistic and human dimensions of space to transform the impenetrable abstractions of astrophysics into sensory…

16-09-202205-02-2023

With: Curated by Professor Sarah Kenderdine, Laboratory for Experimental Museology (eM+) and Professor Jean-Paul Kneib, Laboratory of Astrophysics (LASTRO).
Place and room: ART B0 110
Category: Exhibitions

JOURS SANTÉ (Healthy Days)

10-10-202214-10-2022

Category: Miscellaneous

Micro'22 : Les microtechnologies au cœur du sport

20-10-202222-10-2022

Place and room: EPFL Neuchâtel
Category: Conferences – Seminars

Erna Hamburger Award 2022

07-11-202207-11-2022

With: Anne Lacaton
Place and room: RLC E1 240
Category: Conferences – Seminars

Introduction of David Simon as artist-in-residence at the SPC

03-10-202203-10-2022

With: David Simon, Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
Place and room: PPB 019
Online: https://epfl.zoom.us/j/61938059936
Category: Conferences – Seminars

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A sensory immersion in galaxies of data to explore the cosmos

More soil, less concrete: changing mindsets in construction

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"Students can apply the theory to real-world problems"

Raphaël Ahumada juggles architecture and rowing

Giulia Marino: A career devoted to championing modern architecture

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Femtech, taboo-breaking innovations

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