Innovation and Impact
© Alain Herzog 2024 – EPFL researchers have built a drone that can walk, hop, and jump into flight with the aid of birdlike legs, greatly expanding the range of potential environments accessible to unmanned aerial vehicles. Laboratory of Intelligent Systems (LIS), led by Dario Floreano
Innovation matters
Innovation enhances quality of life while providing concrete solutions to some of the greatest challenges of our time – from climate change and an ageing population to the energy transition. It is also a key driver of Switzerland’s economic competitiveness and resilience.
We believe that every innovation has an impact. Our responsibility is to ensure that this impact is positive, sustainable, and beneficial to society as a whole. This is why dedicated teams at the Vice Presidency for Innovation and Impact work at the interface between academic research and the socio-economic world.
Innovation
Industry Collaboration
Explore collaboration opportunities between your company and EPFL via the Industry Liaison Office.
Entrepreneurship and Startup
Explore the programs and tools EPFL offers to help create or grow your venture.
Impact
Science outreach
Discover the activities offered by EPFL to awaken the interest of young people and the general public in science and technology.
Swiss Initiative for Space Promotion
Discover Space Exchange Switzerland (SXS), the national platform dedicated to supporting and promoting the Swiss space sector.
International technology cooperation program
Tech4Dev builds bridges to leverage science and technology for sustainable impact.
