Increasing efficiency in artificial photosynthesis

Published:11.01.22 — Chemical engineers at EPFL have developed a new approach to artificial photosynthesis, a method for harvesting solar energy that produces hydrogen as a clean fuel from water.

Improved motor, sensory, and cognitive recovery after stroke

Published:10.01.22 — Stroke survivors have improved recovery of hand and arm function with the help a new rehabilitation protocol thanks to finely tuned electrostimulation of target muscles in the arm.

EPFL scientists reveal the magnificent complexity of the Alhambra

Published:07.01.22 — EPFL scientists have studied the unique features of the decorative vaulting known as muqarnas in Spain’s Alhambra palace and fortress complex. Muqarnas are commonly found in Islamic architecture, yet they are poorly understood by the architectural community and the little data that exist on them have been simplified over time. The EPFL study firmly anchors the Alhambra’s wonders in our world heritage.

An optical chip improved by light

Published:07.01.22 — At EPFL, a team of scientists created and observed a new physical phenomenon on an optical chip using modified lights.

Making quantum computers even more powerful

Published:06.01.22 — Engineers at EPFL have developed a method for reading several qubits – the smallest unit of quantum data – at the same time. Their method paves the way to a new generation of even more powerful quantum computers.