How to make wood glow

Since more and more deciduous trees are being planted in Swiss forests, whose wood is often burned directly, innovative ideas for a cascade use are in high demand in order to utilize Swiss hardwood more sustainably. researchers are therefore equipping wood with new functionalities. Their latest coup: wood that can glow in the dark.

Life Sciences - Nov 28

Brain stimulation effectiveness tied to learning ability, not age

A study from EPFL reveals that the effectiveness of brain stimulation on motor skills is determined by an individual's learning ability rather than age, highlighting the need for a more personalized approach to neurorehabilitation.

Environment - Nov 27

Scientists quantify aerosols based on sea state

A research team led by scientists has developed a system that provides key insight into the relationship between sea spray aerosols, sea state and atmospheric conditions. The system was mounted on an icebreaker and carried across vast regions of the Arctic to collect and analyze valuable data.

Health - Nov 27

Caregivers Experience Decline in Well-Being

New research from the University of Zurich, based on data from more than 28,000 caregivers in three countries, shows that the longer individuals spend caring for loved ones, the more their well-being suffers, regardless of the caregiving context. These findings underscore the need for policy discussions to alleviate the burden of informal care.

Health - Nov 27

The role of social media in the stigmatization of person living with obesity

A team from the University of Geneva and the HUG has revealed that the majority of tweets published about obesity between 2019 and 2022 convey negative feelings.

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