“The way that our cities, houses and flats are built right now makes us feel dependent” Research ETH Zurich For many people, architectural norms create barriers to accessibility. How might we re-imagine our built environment to make it more inclusive? Housing could improve our well-being and reach net-zero by 2040 Research EPFL EPFL scientist Sascha Nick has outlined a completely new scenario for what housing and neighborhoods might look like in Switzerland in the coming decades. His recommendations would put the country on track to meet its net-zero target while supporting the well-being of residents and communities. Four billion people estimated to lack safe drinking water services Politics Eawag More than half of the global population were estimated to lack safely managed drinking water services in a recent study lead by Eawag researchers. This is shown in a global map that researchers compiled using machine learning based on data from household surveys and data derived from Earth observations. HVAC is starting to sweat Research Empa Thanks to sensor technology and mathematical modeling, smart dummies provide new insights into how workplaces can be brought to a comfortable temperature in an energy-efficient way and how to prevent patients from getting cold feet in the operating theater. Innovative water solutions for sustainable cities Research Eawag Cities need to become more sustainable and use their water resources more efficiently. Managing water in small-scale cycles is one possible solution. A new white paper shows how this can be achieved. Sport or snack? How our brain decides Research ETH Zurich The brain chemical orexin is crucial when we choose between sport and the tasty temptations that beckon everywhere we turn. This research finding could also help people who find it difficult to motivate themselves to exercise. Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8... Next Page 4 of 29
