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ETH Zurich and EPFL are launching the “Swiss AI Initiative” © EPFL / iStock

Joint initiative for trustworthy AI

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ETH Zurich and EPFL are launching the “Swiss AI Initiative”, whose purpose is to position Switzerland as a leading global hub for the development and implementation of transparent and reliable artificial intelligence (AI). The new Alps supercomputer based at the Swiss National Supercomputing Centre (CSCS) provides the supporting world-class infrastructure.

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A color-based sensor to emulate skin's sensitivity

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In a step toward more autonomous soft robots and wearable technologies, EPFL researchers have created a device that uses color to simultaneously sense multiple mechanical and temperature stimuli.

AI helps detecting plastic in oceans

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A research team from EPFL and Wageningen University has developed a new artificial intelligence model that recognises floating plastics much more accurately in satellite images than before. This could help to systematically remove plastic litter from the oceans with ships.

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Daryl Yee in his lab. © 2023 EPFL / Titouan Veuillet - CC-BY-SA 4.0

“We want to make the un-makable.”

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Newly appointed Tenure Track Assistant Professor in the Institute of Electrical and Micro Engineering Daryl Yee blends unbridled curiosity with the precision of advanced materials science and manufacturing.

Daniel Jacquet - 2023 EPFL/Alain Herzog - CC-BY-SA 4.0

A medieval knight on the digital frontline

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Daniel Jacquet, a scientist and project manager at EPFL’s Laboratory for Experimental Museology+ (eM+), is an unconventional academic. A leading expert in European martial arts, he often gives talks wearing a suit of armor.

Adil Koukab, best teacher in the electrical engineering section for 2023 - 2023 / Alain Herzog - CC-BY-SA 4.0.

“I enjoy getting my hands dirty”

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Adil Koukab spends most of his time with the hundreds of students who attend his classes and lab sessions each semester. His aim? To help prepare them for a “dazzling career.” His efforts are appreciated, as he has been named the best teacher in the electrical engineering section for 2023.

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Highlights

Chantier à l'entrée du parc des Feuillantines.©2023 EPFL/M.Geiser-CC-BY-SA 4.0

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Sustainable structures installed in Geneva

Couverture du magazine n°10 de Dimensions

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Dimensions

Illustration représentant plusieurs aspects de lachaîne alimentaire humaine: des animaux (poules, cochons, poissons), des usines, un caddie rempli à ras-bord, des camions et des transpalettes, et une gigantesque poubelle remplie de déchêts © 2023 Albin Christen / EPFL

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Ten billion mouths to feed by 2050

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Jennifer Lewis

Campus Lecture: Jennifer Lewis

“Printing Soft and Living Matter in Three Dimensions” Jennifer Lewis Professor of Biologically Inspired Engineering Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences The ability to pattern soft and…

04-12-202304-12-2023

With: Jennifer Lewis Professor of Biologically Inspired Engineering Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Place and room: Forum Rolex
Category: Conferences – Seminars

Couper/Coller: Reconfigurer la bande dessinée à l’ère numérique

10-11-202307-01-2024

With: Contributors: Peter Grönquist, Olivier Stucky, Raphaël Oesterlé, Gaëlle Kovaliv, Justine Favre, EFLE, IVRL, CVLab, ESBDi, Centre BD de la Ville de Lausanne, Musée Bolo
Place and room: EPFL Pavilions, Pavilion A
Category: Exhibitions

Finale du concours "Ma Thèse en 180 secondes"

21-03-202421-03-2024

With: MT180 Finalists
Place and room: Forum RLC
Category: Public Science Events

Chemical Strategies for Polymer Recycling and Lifespan Enhancement

04-12-202304-12-2023

With: Dr. Suong Nguyen, Massachusetts Instittute of Technology
Place and room: CE 1 100
Online: https://epfl.zoom.us/j/68743146597
Category: Conferences – Seminars

Career Live Stream – Novartis

04-12-202304-12-2023

Category: Conferences – Seminars

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