2023
Almost-Linear-Time Algorithms for Maximum Flow and Minimum-Cost Flow
A research highlight in the December issue of Communications of the ACM is describing an award-winning publication from 2022 by Prof. Rasmus Kyng and Dr. Maximilian Probst Gutenberg from the Algorithms and Optimization Group at D-INFK.
Bulletin 2023 on Swiss Security Policy
The 2023 issue of the CSS’ annual “Bulletin on Swiss Security Policy” again deals with current issues in Swiss foreign and security policy.
Fossil CO2 emissions at record high in 2023
At the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai 2023 (COP28), an international research team has presented the global carbon budget for 2022, with a forecast for 2023. More than 120 researchers have contributed to this year’s "Global Carbon Project". Also involved are ETH climate scientists Nicolas Gruber and Luke Gregor.
Reprogramming tissue mechanically
Researchers at PSI and ETH Zurich have taken connective tissue cells that have been mechanically reprogrammed to resemble stem cells and transplanted them into damaged skin. In their experiment, they were able to show that this can promote wound healing.
Nako Nakatsuka receives prestigious Prix Zonta
Dr. Nako Nakatsuka, currently senior scientist at the Laboratory of Biosensors and Bioelectronics, was awarded with the prestigious Prix Zonta on 10 November. The Prix Zonta, endowed with CHF 30,000, symbolises the commitment to the outstanding position of women in science.