Medicine
Delivering medicines with microscopic flowers
Research
ETH Zurich
These small particles are reminiscent of paper flowers or desert roses. Physicians can use them to guide medicines to a precise destination within the body. Better yet, the particles can easily be tracked using ultrasound as they scatter sound waves.
CRISPR-Cas technology: balancing efficiency and safety
Research
ETH Zurich
ETH Zurich researchers have uncovered a serious side effect of using the CRISPR-Cas gene scissors. A molecule designed to make the process more efficient destroys parts of the genome.
How the latest sensors analyse body fluids
Research
ETH Zurich
A new generation of wearable sensors will fundamentally change medicine. Researchers at ETH Zurich and international experts have now published an overview showing what is possible with such sensors and what questions their developers should consider to ensure their successful future use.
Stimulating hypothalamus restores walking in paralyzed patients
Research
EPFL
The discovery that an unexpected brain region is crucial for walking recovery in mice with spinal cord injuries has led a deep brain stimulation therapy in humans. The approach restored enough leg control in two individuals with partial spinal injuries to walk unaided and even climb stairs.
Brain stimulation effectiveness tied to learning ability, not age
Research
EPFL
A study from EPFL reveals that the effectiveness of brain stimulation on motor skills is determined by an individual's learning ability rather than age, highlighting the need for a more personalized approach to neurorehabilitation.
IMPACT for Swiss society
Research
PSI
The upgrade project IMPACT is scheduled to start in 2025. It envisages two significant enhancements involving PSI’s proton accelerator facility. There will be benefits for research – and Swiss society.
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