Asthma: diagnosis in a single breath Research PSI PSI is involved in the development of a breath test that can be used to diagnose asthma. Imad El Haddad explains why such a test could be extremely useful – especially for children. Agents between good and evil Research ETH Zurich Viruses that infect bacteria could one day replace antibiotics because they precisely attack only specific pathogens. Researchers at ETH Zurich are now showing that this is not always the case. This new finding is important because bacterial viruses can transfer antibiotic resistance genes. Improved motor, sensory, and cognitive recovery after stroke Research EPFL Stroke survivors have improved recovery of hand and arm function with the help a new rehabilitation protocol thanks to finely tuned electrostimulation of target muscles in the arm. We should talk about animal testing Politics ETH Zurich It’s a good thing if animal testing is widely discussed in society, says Detlef Günther, but it’s important that these discussions are fair and fact-based. Artificial intelligence makes for effective fitness training TechTransfer ETH Zurich Whether for squats or sit-ups, the software created by the start-up VAY alerts exercisers about incorrect movements via a smartphone screen. Now the ETH spin-off has been acquired by connected fitness equipment manufacturer Nautilus. Previous 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Page 19 of 19
