ETH-News

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1. The researcher making AI safer

   Javier Rando is undertaking a PhD at ETH Zurich on the safety of artificial intelligence (AI). At the same time, he is working at a tech company with the same goal. He is convinced that if this works, AI could become one of the best technologies ever.  

2. Researchers discover trigger of tendon disease

   Overuse of our tendons can cause painful medical conditions for which only limited treatment options exist. Researchers have now deciphered an important molecular mechanism that triggers these problems. Their findings will facilitate the development of new treatments.
   
   

3. Electric vehicles could catch on in Africa sooner than expected

   A new study led by researchers at ETH Zurich and the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI in collaboration with African partners shows that electric vehicles could be economically competitive in many African countries before 2040 – just as long as charging infrastructure is developed and geared specifically towards solar powered off-grid systems. 

4. A Colombian research village in the fight against forgetting

   Aiming to revolutionise Alzheimer’s research and treatment, ETH spin-off Herencia is working with an international team of scientists to build a village in Colombia that will bring together research, medical care and social programmes for families affected by the disease. The project could become a global blueprint for dealing with Alzheimer’s.

5. Hans Gersbach, why is Switzerland so vulnerable when it comes to trade with the US and what can it do about it?

   The US has unilaterally imposed tariffs on Switzerland in 2025, under which local businesses are suffering. Hans Gersbach explains why Washington has the upper hand in trade policy and what Bern can do about it in 2026.