Data-Intensive Applications and Systems Lab

Despite recent technological advances both in the data management and in computer architecture domains, our ability to analyze data still falls behind the unstoppable data collection rates. Data-intensive applications are increasingly more demanding in sophisticated algorithms to store, manage, and interpret data. Research in DIAS lab focuses on addressing these challenges by adapting data management technology to computer architecture trends, enabling discoveries in scientific domains through automating physical database design and revolutionizing exploration algorithms in very large data repositories. 

DIAS Laboratory: Research problems and corresponding research areas


Anastasia Ailamaki, Mathias Payer, Lenka Zdeborová and Pascal Fua © 2025 EPFL

IC research back on the European stage

— Anastasia Ailamaki, Mathias Payer and Lenka Zdeborová have been selected by the European Research Council for the 2024 call for ERC Advanced Grants for cutting-edge research into data systems, systems security and neural networks. Similarly, Pascal Fua has received an Advanced Grant from the Swiss National Science Foundation for research in computer assisted engineering.

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The Cambridge Report on Database Research

— Since 1989, and every 5 years, a group of database system researchers gather to reflect on the state of our field, to discuss the key directions the community is pursuing, and to speculate about the opportunities that lie ahead. The last meeting took place in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA in October 2023.

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Highlights from the EDIC Open House 2025

— The 2025 EDIC Open House poster session brought together our lab and the next generation of aspiring Ph.D. students at IC EPFL. Throughout the day, our members presented their work, answered questions, and exchanged ideas with curious and driven attendees.

© 2024 Dimitra Tsaoussis (DIAS)

The DIAS Lab Participates in EcoCloud Annual Event at Lausanne Palace

— On October 8th, 2024, the EcoCloud Annual Event took place at Lausanne Palace. The event included several notable presentations, one of which was Anastasia's keynote on The New Memory Wall and Its Impact on Database System Design.

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DIAS Lab Researchers Featured in the "Disseminate" Podcast

— DIAS Lab Researchers Featured in the "Disseminate" Podcast

© 2024 Dimitra Tsaoussis (DIAS)

Celebrating DIAS' Achievements: Two more Doctors in the family

— Viktor Sanca and Aunn Raza, have successfully defended their theses this summer and earned their doctorates. Their journeys reflect years of dedication, intellectual curiosity, and relentless pursuit of knowledge, marking a significant milestone in their careers.

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DIAS at the 2024 EDIC Open House

— Inspiring the Next Generation of Researchers at the EDIC Open House

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