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La Panorama Terapixel: istallation interactive 360 degrés du Panorama de la Bataille de Morat - 2025 EPFL - CC-BY-SA 4.0

The Panorama of the Battle of Murten becomes an immersive experience

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To mark the anniversary of the Battle of Murten (Morat, canton of Fribourg) on June 22, 1476, EPFL and its partners are launching a website that offers the general public an immersive experience of its panorama. A platform makes primary sources available to scientists and allows them to participate collaboratively.

How AIs understand words

20.06.25NewsResearch

Researchers at EPFL have created a mathematical model that helps explain how breaking language into sequences makes modern AI like chatbots so good at understanding and using words.

Soft robot modules for new haptic interactions

19.06.25NewsResearch

EPFL researchers have developed a customizable soft robotic system that uses compressed air to produce shape changes, vibrations, and other haptic, or tactile, feedback in a variety of configurations. The device holds significant promise for applications in virtual reality, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.

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Dominique Foray, honorary professor at EPFL, explores the current challenges surrounding innovation in his latest book. © Thomas Baumann

"Innovators must remain free to experiment”

20.06.25EPFL

Dominique Foray, honorary professor at EPFL, explores the current challenges surrounding innovation in his latest book. He examines how the delicate balance between economics, social norms and technology shapes its development.

Pierre-Etienne Bourban, best teacher for 2024 in the materials science section - 2025 EPFL/Alain Herzog - CC-BY-SA 4.0

“My job is to facilitate the transition from theory to practice”

10.06.25EPFL community

Pierre-Etienne Bourban, recently named the best teacher for 2024 in the materials science section, has 40 years of EPFL under his belt – including 30 as a teacher. He’s just as motivated about his job as ever, and about encouraging students to develop their critical thinking skills.

“We want to make food sustainability fun”

30.05.25EPFL

A two-week pilot project will kick-off next Monday across EPFL in which a new application, EcoLens, is testing how gamification can help educate and incentivise communities towards more sustainable nutrition.

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Couverture du 17e numéro du magazine Dimensions. Sur la couverture, un dessin avec des personnages manipulant une machine. Celle-ci arrose et répare le cerveau d'une troisième personne.

Becoming superhumans

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By applying technological advancements to the realm of health care, our researchers have made significant breakthroughs in understanding specific physiological mechanisms and developing new therapies. Discover the innovative solutions currently being explored at EPFL.

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02.06.202531.08.2025

Category: Conferences – Seminars
Target audience: General public

LATSIS SYMPOSIUM 2025 : "Shaping microbial life in a changing environment"

08.07.202510.07.2025 08:3018:30

Speaker: List of speakers
Location: SV 1717
Category: Conferences – Seminars
Target audience: Informed public

Musica ex Machina: Machines Thinking Musically

20.09.202429.06.2025 11:0018:00

Speaker: Curators: Prof. Sarah Kenderdine, EPFL eM+ / EPFL Pavilions Prof. Martin Rohrmeier, EPFL DCML Prof. Paul Doornbusch, BNU-HKBU United International College Zhuhai Prof. Jonathan Impett, Orpheus Instituut, Gent
Location: EPFL Pavilions, Pavilion B
Category: Exhibitions
Target audience: General public