We translate research in artificial intelligence, imaging science, and multimodal perception into tangible solutions for society. At MINTS, we measure success by the boundaries we push in research and by our contribution to Responsible Digital Transformation through open science and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Our current network includes interdisciplinary partnerships with
- TUM: Institute for Ethics in Artificial Intelligence and Chair of Cognitive and Developmental Psychology,
- TU/e: Philosophy and Ethics and
- ETHZ: Research on Learning and Instruction.
Within EPFL we collaborate with
- the Center for Digital Trust,
- the AI Center,
- the Essential Tech Center and
- the Cultural Heritage & Innovation Center.
Empowering the next generation of scientific leaders is central to our mission. We equip students with both deep disciplinary expertise and transversal skills required to navigate complex, interdisciplinary environments and translate research and technical competence into societal value. As an example, over the past three years, we have trained over 450 EPFL Master’s students to detect and prevent the spread of harmful content by developing deep learning models that mitigate hateful rhetoric.
We foster an open dialogue across industry, civil society and the public to ensure our research generates sustainable, real-world impact. Over the past year, the head of the laboratory Professor Cavallaro has provided strategic briefings and guidance for diverse sectors, including
- energy,
- digital education,
- clinical support,
- humanitarian action and
- telecommunications and robotics.
Our research mission aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: we champion the advancement of quality education (SDG 4), progress toward decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), foster industry, innovation, and infrastructure (SDG 9), and push for reduced inequalities (SDG 10). Above all, we are committed to strengthening peace, justice, and strong institutions (SDG 16), ensuring our research outcomes contribute to a more equitable and resilient future.
Please reach out if you are interested in collaborating with the MINTS research community.