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1. “We need to make smarter use of existing infrastructure, rather than constantly expanding it”

   How do spatial planners handle AI, regulation, biodiversity and housing shortages? In this interview, the program managers of the continuing education programme MAS in Spatial Development at ETH Zurich show why good planning begins with people. 

2. How electric cars and heat pumps can help Switzerland implement its Energy Strategy

   In future, flexibly operated heat pumps and electric cars could reduce both electricity imports and electricity prices. That is according to a new study by a Swiss research consortium led by ETH Zurich.

3. New treatment for combating iron deficiency more effectively

   Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed and tested a new compound to combat iron deficiency. The body can absorb this iron virtually twice as fast as iron in current supplements. It could effectively treat iron deficiency, which affects 2 billion people worldwide. 

4. Anthony Patt, how can we boost e-mobility in Switzerland?

   Only a few cars on Swiss roads are purely electric, and the fleet is still growing slowly. New taxes on e-cars are likely to slow down the switch in future. Anthony Patt explains how the mobility transition could nevertheless be accelerated.

5. Two ERC Synergy Grants for ETH Zurich researchers

   The European Research Council (ERC) has agreed to fund two high-profile international projects with ETH’s backing. Markus Reiher is helping to accelerate the development of chemical catalysts, while Christoph Studer is working on a new wireless communication solution.