A better model for Parkinson’s

NeuronsScientists at EPFL solve a longstanding problem with modeling Parkinson’s disease in animals. Using newfound insights, they improve both cell and animal models for the disease, which can propel research and drug development– Read more

Perovskite-nanotubes take light sensitivity to new heights

ToC_SBEPFL scientists build the most sensitive carbon nanotube-based photodetector to date. The material is sensitized with CN3NH3PbI3 perovskite nanowires, which propel its responsivity by almost seven orders of magnitude Read more

Solar cells boosted to 20.8% efficiency

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EPFL scientists have developed a perovskite-based solar cell that reaches 20.8% power conversion efficiency — Read more

Eyes turn into skin: how inflammation can change the fate of cells

Metaplastic_cornea_hrEPFL scientists have found that chronic inflammation can cause regenerating cells to grow into new, aberrant types; this is called metaplasia, and is a disorder linked to prolonged inflammation. The study highlights a new concept of chronic inflammation and could lead to better treatments — Read more

Treating colon cancer with vitamin A

imtxtScientists at EPFL identify the biological pathway behind the growth of colon cancer, and block it with vitamin A. Read more