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Researchers from EPFL, ETH Zurich, and CSCS have developed a fully open large language model from scratch, which is set to be released in late summer 2025. (Image: AI-generated)

A language model built for the public good

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This summer, EPFL and ETH Zurich will release a large language model (LLM) developed on public infrastructure. Trained on the “Alps” supercomputer at the Swiss National Supercomputing Centre (CSCS), the new LLM marks a milestone in open-source AI and multilingual excellence.

The multitasking microbe that turns naturally CO₂ into minerals

08.07.25NewsEPFL

At more than 470 times the atmospheric concentration of CO₂, a humble soil bacterium does something extraordinary: it turns gas into stone.

Immigration: from clichés to economic competitiveness

03.07.25NewsResearch

A joint study by EPFL and the University of Geneva takes a sweeping look at international migration in Switzerland from 1966 to the present day. The authors hope that their insights into the underlying patterns can help policymakers secure the country’s economic growth.

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EPFL mourns pioneering roboticist Reymond Clavel

04.07.25EPFL community

Emeritus professor Reymond Clavel, whose work led to major advances in high-precision robotics and haptic interfaces, passed away on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025. His contributions to robotics research and education created a legacy that continues to influence the field today.

Top: Tugçe Delipinar, Berke Erbas, Jürgen Brugger. Bottom: Camilla Minzoni, Chenxiang Zhang, Pol Torres Vila © Adrian Alberola Campailla

“Once you're talking about a problem, you've started to solve it"

27.06.25EPFL

By shifting the focus from learning correct answers to participating in small group discussions, student-led tutorials are fostering a better grasp of engineering concepts – as well as class connection.

“Creativity connects me to my childhood”

23.06.25EPFL

Maximilian Büsser, a microengineering graduate from EPFL, is the founder of MB&F – one of the world’s most innovative watchmakers. Its 3D timepieces are inspired by popular culture, among other things, and have won nine Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève awards. We spoke with Büsser about his career, how he’s upended tradition in his industry, and the future of his company.

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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

Campus Lecture of Hadi Barkat (CEO & Founder at Helvetiq, Alumni Award 2024)

25.09.2025 18:0020:00

Location: RLC E1 240
Category: Conferences – Seminars
Target audience: General public

Public lectures during EPFL-UNIL Health Days

30.09.202510.10.2025

Speaker: Raphaël Cohen, Tiffen Raffray, José Haba-Riubo, Gabriel Pitt, Julie Dachez, Alexandre Berney, Roman Tschäppeler, Mikael Krogerus, Thomas Insel
Location: Rolex Learning Center
Category: Conferences – Seminars
Target audience: General public

Innovation in Mental Health

10.10.2025 14:0015:30

Speaker: Thomas Insel, Anna Fontcuberta i Morral, Giorgio Zanetti, Johannes Gräff
Location: RLC E1 240
Category: Conferences – Seminars
Target audience: General public

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