November 2022
Robert Boes receives Golden Owl
Every year, the student association of ETH Zurich recognizes particularly dedicated and inspiring lecturers with a "Golden Owl". At D-BAUG, the teaching award 2022 goes to Robert Boes, professor of hydraulic engineering at the Laboratory of Hydraulics, Hydrology and Glaciology (VAW). Congratulations!
Sensors and actuators made from wood may be the green electronics of the future
Sustainable electronic components can be made from wood with the help of a novel process that uses a laser to engrave electrically conductive structures on veneers. A research team at ETH's Institute for Building Materials and at Empa has developed a practical and versatile method for making wooden surfaces electrically conductive.
Matthias Huss is "Highly Cited Researcher"
On the current list of Highly Cited Researchers, 21 have a connection to ETH Zurich. Four of these appear on the list for the first time, among them glacier researcher Matthias Huss from D-BAUG.