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Bassenges: the renovation project has been selected

Published:23.01.25 — The EPFL Management has chosen “Modi Operandi”, by Eric Maria Architectes Associés SA in Cologny, to upgrade the buildings on the Bassenges site from 2026 onwards, and relocate the Bernoulli Center for Fundamental Sciences there. Details of the project will be announced mid-February.

Harnessing proteins to clean contaminated soil

Published:21.01.25 — Scientists from EPFL work on sustainable approaches to soil remediation, like the use of naturally occurring microorganisms that can “eat” pollutants found in soil and the water table.

A deep learning pipeline for controlling protein interactions

Published:16.01.25 — EPFL scientists have used deep learning to design new proteins that bind to complexes involving other small molecules like hormones or drugs, opening up a world of possibilities in the computational design of molecular interactions for biomedicine.

EPFL introduces preparatory program for migrants and refugees

Published:17.01.25 — EPFL is launching a new version of the CMS preparatory year, a program designed specifically for migrants and refugees. Called CMS-3, it will span three semesters and include classes to help participants learn French. The first cohort will begin in February.

How cryogenic microscopy could help strengthen food security

Published:15.01.25 — A joint EPFL and University of Lausanne research team reports on a novel observation of a plant protection mechanism in response to salt stress. The study opens new avenues of research to strengthen food security.

GenAI ushers in a new era of drug research

Published:15.01.25 — The use of generative artificial intelligence in protein design stands to revolutionize new drug development. EPFL ambitions putting together a consortium to further explore this avenue.

The protein that revolutionized DNA sequencing

Published:14.01.25 — DNA sequencing was revolutionized after scientists discovered a new bacterium in the hot springs of Yellowstone National Park, and today it’s a common research technique.