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A digital model of Drosophila melanogaster called NeuroMechFly. Credit: Pavan Ramdya (EPFL)

NeuroMechFly: A Digital Twin of Drosophila

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EPFL scientists have developed a digital model of the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, which realistically simulates the movements of the animal. The twin is a big step towards reverse engineering the neuromechanical control of animal behavior, and developing bioinspired robots.

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The Role of Surface Tension in Biological Symmetry

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EPFL researchers have discovered that symmetry in the human body is influenced by surface tension, the same mechanical phenomenon that allows lightweight insects to walk on water. A paper discussing this surprising finding, which is akin to a form of natural self-correction, has been published in the journal Nature.

Bart Deplancke Co-laureate of Leenaards Foundation 2022 Science Prize

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EPFL Professor Bart Deplancke has been awarded the Leenaards Foundation 2022 Science Prize with Dr Jeroen Geurts (CHUV) for a joint research project on obesity and osteoarthritis.

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