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The rapid integration of renewable and distributed energy resources, coupled with the growing electrification of transportation and heating, is making grid operation increasingly complex and dynamic. Therefore, research that focuses on the prevention of catastrophic events and the maintenance of…

Raman spectroscopy is attractive for material analysis because it provides a chemical fingerprint quickly and without contact. In practice, however, the Raman signal is often obscured by strong fluorescence, especially in colored plastics and many organic samples. This project investigates how to…

This project examines how agentic AI can improve DAO governance by reducing inefficiencies, centralization, and low participation. Using case studies and experiments with AI agents, it evaluates benefits, risks, and impacts on democratic, decentralized decision-making.

The project FoodN'Feed aims to fill the gap in the development of native microbial communities for Swiss-adapted sustainable grain legume cultivation by capturing the true nodule rhizobial community and associated root microbiomes for the three most relevant grain legume crops for Switzerland…

MemoBox is an AI-supported digital memory box for people with early-stage cognitive impairment, featuring a camera and voice dialogue system. The goal is autonomous reminiscence therapy, promoting well-being and supporting care through AI.

Modern mobile devices are dense with pre-installed apps that are deeply integrated in the operating system. Unlike third-party apps, these system-level apps often operate with elevated privileges that allow them to bypass the standard Android permission model. This project investigates the…

EmPower is a resource-oriented smartphone app for health promotion based on Positive Psychology. It strengthens resilience through mini-interventions, self-monitoring, and chatbot support.

The SLSP Courier circulates physical media between around 500 Swiss libraries. Digitalisation and declining transport volumes are creating new challenges for the system. This study examines the cost-efficiency, sustainability and acceptance of the current courier service and develops strategic…

Peripheral glial cells drive early wound healing; however, while repair glial cells are known to secrete tissue remodeling factors, their roles in late-stage tissue repair and fibrosis remain poorly understood. Using state-of-the-art omics approaches, in particular Stereo-seq, we will define the…

This research project aims to develop advanced innovative robust AI methodologies that combine high-quality predictive performance with comprehensive and trustworthy explainability to enable their reliable operationalisation in real-world cybersecurity settings.

The ARTeDNA project establishes a collaboration between the Environmental Genomics and Systems Biology group at ZHAW (Switzerland) and the National Mushroom Center (NMC), Department of Agriculture, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Bhutan), to explore macrofungal diversity using molecular…

Lubricant comparison in terms of scuffing behaviour, using staircase test procedure on ZHAW 91.5 mm back to back gear test bench