Curious minds — meet Digital Einstein! The animated version brings science to life! From relativity to artificial intelligence and everything in between, he sparks your curiosity and answers your questions with a twist of genius.
A person talks to digital Einstein at Swiss Re Resilience Summit (Rafael Wampfler)
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Ever wondered what he would say about today’s tech wonders like machine learning, quantum computing, or even the state of the world?
Curious about how he might explain relativity in plain terms—or what he would think of AI? Maybe you just want to know whether he preferred tea or coffee?
What inspired young Einstein’s mind? What drove him to question time, space, and light when everyone else simply accepted them?
ETH Zürich has brought its most famous alumnus—and one of the world’s greatest minds—back to life in a way you’ve never experienced before.
Meet Digital Einstein — an animated Albert Einstein, ready to chat, answer your questions, and perhaps spark your curiosity. This innovative platform uses state-of-the-art tech to create a one-on-one conversation with Einstein. Be surprised by his insights, inspired by the technology behind him, and maybe even amused by his sense of humor.
Photos
This photo collection captures moments of curious minds in conversation with Digital Einstein.
Among the highlights: ETH Zürich President, Professor Joël Mesot, and Zürich Mayor, Corine Mauch, engaging in a lively dialogue with Digital Einstein as they explore his groundbreaking ideas—including his Nobel Prize-winning work on the photoelectric effect.
The photos showcase moments where the past meets the present — connecting science and technology with timeless ideas and creativity.
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ETH President Joël Mesot talking to Digital Einstein / Nicole Davidson, ETH Zurich
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ETH President Joël Mesot talks to “Digital Einstein” / Nicole Davidson, ETH Zurich
Albert Einstein was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics a century ago. To mark this occasion, ETH Zurich has brought its most famous alumnus to life digitally.
Digital Einstein at GITEX GLobal Event in Dubai / Rafael Wampfler
Greetings, my curious friends! It’s me, Albert Einstein, though perhaps not quite as you remember me. I’ve been reimagined through the wonders of modern technology, becoming a digital version of myself, hosted by the brilliant minds at ETH Zurich.
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Digital Einstein at Events
Showcased at many events nationally and internationally, Digital Einstein engaged a wide range of audiences—from tech and science enthusiasts and industry leaders to academics and policymakers.
25-27 May 2025: TECH Symposium, Heilbronn, Germany
16-19 September 2025: ETH Zurich, Main Hall, Rämistrasse 101, Zurich
20 September 2025: Zunftbott, ETH Hönggerberg
13-17 October 2025: GITEX Global, Dubai
Scientific Publications
Explore a collection of scientific publications that presents the aspects of Albert Einstein’s life at various stages of his career. These publications, connected to the Digital Einstein platform, showcase his revolutionary contributions to physics, which earned him the Nobel Prize.
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Immersive Conversations with Digital Einstein: Linking a Physical System and AI
