26.01.18 – EPFL researchers have discovered a new mechanism that can trigger stable dissipative Kerr solitons to breathe. The work is published in Physical Review X. Optical microresonators are devices that can confine light by reflecting it internally. These structures … Continue reading →
19.01.18 – In cells, proteins tightly package the long thread of DNA into pearl necklace-like complexes known as chromatin. Scientists at EPFL show for the first time how chromatin moves, answering longstanding questions about how its structure helps regulate gene … Continue reading →
16.01.18 – Professor Clémence Corminboeuf has won the 2018 Early-Career Award in Theoretical Chemistry from the American Chemical Society (ACS). The Award is given by the Physical Chemistry Division of the ACS to “recognize outstanding contributions in experimental and theoretical physical chemistry by … Continue reading →
15.01.18 – Using infrared spectroscopy and a quantum theory model, EPFL scientists have gained a more complete understanding of methane dissociation reactions on platinum. The work is published in The Journal of Chemical Physics. Transition metals, such as nickel and … Continue reading →
08.01.18 – At its meeting of 13/14 December 2017, the Board of the Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology (ETH Board) has announced the promotion of Assistant Professor Tenure-Track (PATT) Maryna Viazovska to Full Professor. Professor Maryna Viazovska is now Full … Continue reading →
01.01.18 – EPFL scientists have produced a data-driven proposal for standardizing the measurements of perovskite solar cell stability and degradation. Published in Nature Energy, the work aims to create consensus in the field and overcome one of the major hurdles … Continue reading →
18.12.17 – Scientists see inside a sealed testament from the State Archives of Venice using EPFL technology – without breaking the wax seal – and reveal the last wishes of a Venetian lady from the year 1351. EPFL physicists reveal … Continue reading →
11.12.17 – Incorporating guanidinium into perovskite solar cells stabilizes their efficiency at 19% for 1000 hours under full-sunlight testing conditions. The study, carried out by EPFL, is published in Nature Energy. With the power-conversion efficiency of silicon solar cells plateauing … Continue reading →
08.12.17 – Highly stable and efficient perovskite solar cells via multication engineering “For his pioneering research in the field of triple and quadruple cation perovskites. His discovery has allowed to improve the efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cells that … Continue reading →
06.12.17 – Maryna Viazovksa, a world-renowned mathematician famous for her solution to the sphere-packing problem, has won a New Horizons in Mathematics prize, part of the prestigious Breakthrough Prizes.The Breakthrough Prizes are international awards given annually in three categories to … Continue reading →