Current research projects

Dozens of different research projects with animals are currently running at ETH Zurich. The following selected projects illustrate exemplarily how and why animals are used for scientific studies:

Cracking the stress code

J. Bohacek investigates how stress affects the brain. Find out how animal testing is paving the way for new insights.

Boosting energy consumption to shed pounds

C. Wolfrum investigates mechanisms of the metabolism with the ultimate goal to develop therapies for humans.

What gases tell us about intestinal health

E. Slack's research focuses on gut bacteria and their impact on our health.