Biology
Bacteria in lakes fight climate change
Research
Eawag
Methane-oxidizing bacteria could play a greater role than previously thought in preventing the release of climate-damaging methane from lakes.
Flying like a beetle
Research
EPFL
In a new study, EPFL scientists found that rhinoceros beetles use passive mechanisms to deploy and retract wings instead of muscles. The findings inspired them to develop a new microrobot, demonstrating a simple, yet effective, approach to the design of insect-like flying micromachines.
A hydrogel implant to treat endometriosis
Research
ETH Zurich Empa
Researchers from ETH Zurich and Empa have developed a hydrogel implant that can help prevent endometriosis, a condition that affects a great many women. This innovation also acts as a contraceptive.
A list of priorities for the protection of biodiversity
Research
Eawag
Biodiversity is dwindling rapidly, while measures to protect it are lagging behind the targets. Only one thing can help: utilising scarce resources as efficiently as possible where they are most effective. The “Lanat-3” research project lays the foundation for this with the help of the latest data and AI-supported models.
Gaining a better understanding of brittle bone disease – without animal experiments
Research
ETH Zurich
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a cell-based bone model to help investigate the cause of this genetic condition.
Fruit fly brain shows how simple commands turn into complex behaviors
Research
EPFL
Researchers at EPFL have discovered how networks of neurons in fruit flies transform simple brain signals into coordinated actions. This sheds light on the neural mechanisms underlying complex behaviors for potential application in robotics.
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