About
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EPFL at a glance
EPFL is Europe’s most cosmopolitan technical university. It welcomes students, professors and collaborators of more than 120 nationalities. EPFL has both a Swiss and international vocation and focuses on three missions: teaching, research and innovation.
EPFL collaborates with an important network of partners, including other universities and colleges, secondary schools and gymnasiums, industry and the economy, political circles and the general public, with the aim of having a real impact on society.
What we stand for
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Equality and Diversity
The School ensures that diversity is respected within its institution. Action plans for equal opportunities.
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Respect
To carry out its missions of education, research and innovation, EPFL relies on strong values of respect.
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Sustainability
EPFL’s strategic sustainability goals in campus operations, education and innovation, and research and international collaborations.
Human resources
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Working at EPFL
EPFL offers a dynamic work environment promoting collaboration and respect in a multicultural campus.
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Talents EPFL
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Contact us
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For any question related questions about current events on campus and its members, or to find an EPFL scientist or an expert in a particular field.
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The opportunity to affect lasting, positive change on society by contributing to cutting-edge research, education, technology and innovation.