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An ink for 3D-printing flexible devices without mechanical joints

Published:18.04.24 — EPFL researchers are targeting the next generation of soft actuators and robots with an elastomer-based ink for 3D printing objects with locally changing mechanical properties, eliminating the need for cumbersome mechanical joints.

“EPFL on wheels” gets a facelift

Published:12.04.24 — This spring, the EPFL Science Bus – a mini EPFL on wheels – is setting off on the road once again, bringing fun experiments to schools across French-speaking Switzerland. More than 45,000 children have taken part in science and engineering taster sessions since the program launched 15 years ago.

Anna Fontcuberta i Morral to be the next EPFL president

Published:27.03.24 — The Swiss Federal Council has just made its announcement: Anna Fontcuberta i Morral will take over as EPFL president on 1 January 2025. Her appointment marks another achievement in an outstanding career. A physicist and materials scientist, Fontcuberta i Morral joined EPFL in 2008, was named full professor in 2019, and became the School’s associate vice president for centers and platforms two years later.

Five PhD students receive STI Teaching Assistant Awards

Published:26.03.24 — Five engineering PhD students have been selected to receive a School of Engineering (STI) Teaching Assistant Award for their outstanding commitment to education in EPFL bachelor and master courses.

Welcome Robin!

Published:05.03.24 — Join us in extending a belated welcome to Robin, who officially joined our team as PhD in May 2023!