http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/feeds/magazin.html http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/basic-research_interview.html Basic research is coming under increasing pressure. Yet without it, there can be no academic progress, say UZH Vice President Elisabeth Stark and statistician Servan Grüninger. Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/basic-research_interview.html Roger Nickl; Translation Georgia Gray 2026-10-06T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/bright-birds.html Sulfur-crested cockatoos are clever, curious and they constantly learn from one another. Evolutionary biologist Lucy Aplin is studying how they do this. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/bright-birds.html Text: Santina Russo; Translation: Michael Jackson 2026-09-29T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/new-magazin_3_26.html What makes us human? Researchers have been grappling with this question for centuries. In the latest issue of the UZH Magazin, researchers from different fields across the university offer their answers. Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/new-magazin_3_26.html Communications 2026-09-22T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/40000-km-by-train.html Paleontologist Christian Klug went without air travel for over a year. Read his interactive account to find out how he made it to Morocco. Sun, 20 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/40000-km-by-train.html Text and images: Christian Klug 2026-09-20T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/roman-horbyk.html Roman Horbyk researches the impact of mobile phones and digital propaganda on modern warfare – a topic that blends the media specialist’s academic work with personal experience. Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/roman-horbyk.html Text: Simona Ryser
; Translation: Astrid Freuler 2026-09-06T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/AI-in-Learning-and-Teaching.html Education researchers Sascha Schneider and Joshua Weidlich share their thoughts on chatbots, outsourced thinking and desirable difficulties. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/AI-in-Learning-and-Teaching.html Interview: Thomas Gull und Roger Nickl/Translation: Gena Olson 2026-08-31T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/cancermetabolism.html Physician and molecular biologist Raphael Morscher is trying to understand and selectively block the processes involved in the growth of cancer cells. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/cancermetabolism.html Roger Nickl, Translation: Mark Rabinowitz 2026-08-25T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/christian-love.html What does Christian love mean? And can it still serve as a moral compass today? These are the questions an international research project led by ethicist Michael Coors set out to answer. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/christian-love.html Simona Ryser; Translation: Karen Oettli-Geddes 2026-08-19T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/Brain-tumors.html Brain tumors are the most fatal form of cancer in children and adolescents. Ana Guerreiro Stücklin is investigating new therapies against gene fusions that cause cancer. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/Brain-tumors.html Thomas Gull / Translation: Gemma Brown 2026-08-18T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/childhood-sarcoma.html Sarcomas are a rare form of cancer. Didier Surdez is working on models that capture and map the tumors as granularly as possible. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/childhood-sarcoma.html Text: Carole Scheidegger; Translation: Mark Rabinowitz 2026-08-12T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/pediatric-psychooncology.html Psychologist Anna Graf support children and adolescents who are undergoing cancer treatment at the University Children’s Hospital. Her tools include toys, books and colorful glass beads. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/pediatric-psychooncology.html Barbara Simpson; Translation: Astrid Freuler 2026-07-12T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/gentle-treatment-for-leukemia.html Pediatric oncologist Jean-Pierre Bourquin is working to develop gentler therapies and seeking ways of tackling aggressive forms of blood cancer more effectively. Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/gentle-treatment-for-leukemia.html Roger Nickl; Translation: Gemma Brown 2026-07-05T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/kilians-battle.html Kilian Käslin developed leukemia as a baby. The diagnosis marked the start of a months-long battle for his life that required his family and doctors to give their all. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/kilians-battle.html Thomas Gull 2026-07-01T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/magazine-pediatric-oncology.html Today, many children with cancer can be treated successfully. A new Center of Competence in Research aims to make treatments even more targeted and effective. Read more in the UZH Magazin. Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/magazine-pediatric-oncology.html UZH Communications 2026-06-21T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/meritocracy.html A meritocratic system only works if everyone gets a fair start. Economists Ernst Fehr and Steven Ongena explain how education, a health and social security system and taxation help. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/meritocracy.html Thomas Gull; translation: Jane Catterall 2026-06-17T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/karin-stueber-portrait.html As a linguist and chairwoman of the board of directors of a car wholesaler, Karin Stüber manages to juggle a wide variety of roles. Tue, 12 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/karin-stueber-portrait.html Text: Simona Ryser; translation: Karen Oettli-Geddes 2026-05-12T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/social-decline-and-right-wing-parties.html Social decline – or the fear of it – is pushing people to vote for far-right parties. But trust in government rises when those struggling feel valued and receive support. Mon, 04 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/social-decline-and-right-wing-parties.html Theo von Däniken; translation: Karen Oettli-Geddes 2026-05-04T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/claire-burrin.html Number theory is the branch of mathematics dedicated to the magic of natural numbers. Claire Burrin, assistant professor of mathematics, specializes in this field. Sun, 03 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/claire-burrin.html Text: Santina Russo, Translation: Gena Olson 2026-05-03T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/protein-synthesis.html Ataman Sendoel is researching how tumors are able to misuse protein production for their purposes. And he is looking for substances to prevent this. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/protein-synthesis.html Text: Adrian Ritter, translated by Michael Jackson 2026-04-28T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/wyss-zurich-en.html Wyss Zurich supports promising biotech start-ups in making the difficult, expensive transition from university to industry. Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/wyss-zurich-en.html Andres Eberhard; translation: Michael Jackson 2026-04-26T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/human-rights-economy.html Human rights are often not sufficiently enforced. Legal scholar Christine Kaufmann recommends to name problems specifically. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/human-rights-economy.html Roger Nickl; translation: Gemma Brown 2026-04-20T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/digital-antiquity.html Inscriptions from the Hellenistic and Roman periods are rich sources of information about life in ancient times. Databases make them available for research. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/digital-antiquity.html Simona Ryser; Translation: Gemma Brown 2026-04-08T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/fair-decisions.html Political decisions often create winners and losers. As research by economist Maya Eden shows, predictable and transparent criteria can help minimize unfairness. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/fair-decisions.html Barbara Simpson; translation: Gena Olson 2026-04-06T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/interview-duflo-banerjee.html Esther Duflo and Abhijit Banerjee are fighting poverty with rigorous experiments and concrete policies. An interview with the Nobel-winning economists. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/interview-duflo-banerjee.html Interview: Roger Nickl, Thomas Gull 2026-03-29T22:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/fair-taxation.html There’s no easy way to achieve fair taxation. It takes a bundle of pragmatic measures to close loopholes, minimize false incentives, and tax work and capital evenly. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/fair-taxation.html Carole Scheidegger; translation: Jane Catterall 2026-03-25T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/interview-global-politics.html Russia, China and the U.S. are flouting the principles of the rules-based international order. Historian Jeronim Perović and international law expert Oliver Diggelmann weigh in. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/interview-global-politics.html Interview: Thomas Gull and Roger Nickl; Translation: Gena Olson 2026-03-19T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/UZH-Magazin-1-26.html How can poverty be tackled more effectively? How can companies be held accountable? The new issue of the UZH Magazin explores how researchers at UZH are addressing these questions. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/UZH-Magazin-1-26.html UZH Communications 2026-03-17T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/antibiotics.html Oliver Zerbe is working on an active substance that attacks pathogenic bacteria in a novel way and eliminates them. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/antibiotics.html Adrian Ritter 2026-02-16T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/pascale-willemsen-praise.html When we talk about morality, we tend to think about guilt, blame and punishment rather than praise, says philosopher Pascale Willemsen. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/pascale-willemsen-praise.html Text: Simona Ryser, Translation: Gena Olson 2026-02-10T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/eating-disorders.html Nutrition psychiatrist Patrick Pasi treats patients with eating disorders and explores new therapeutic methods at the USZ Eating Disorders Center. Sun, 08 Feb 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/eating-disorders.html Thomas Gull / Translation: Karen Oettli-Geddes 2026-02-08T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/food-in-film.html Since the advent of cinema, characters have been shown eating on screen. A culinary journey through the history of film. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/food-in-film.html Text: Brigitte Blöchlinger; Translation: Philip Isler 2026-02-02T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/mind-doctor.html Rwandan psychologist Celestin Mutuyimana studies how societies can overcome historical trauma – and hopes to help his compatriots heal. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/mind-doctor.html Andres Eberhard; Translation: Caitlin Stephens 2026-02-01T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/obesity.html We eat too much and move too little. Physiologist Thomas Lutz and obesity specialist Philipp Gerber know how overweight people can get back on track. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/obesity.html Roger Nickl; Translation: Gena Olson 2026-01-27T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/Innovative-research-on-aging.html At the UZH Healthy Longevity Center, researchers working across disciplines are developing solutions that help older people live healthier, happier lives. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/Innovative-research-on-aging.html Roger Nickl; Translation: Georgia Gray 2026-01-21T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/habits-of-healthy-eating.html Our eating habits are often unhealthy and take a long time to change. Psychologist Sebastian Bürgler and nutrition scientist Sabine Rohrmann explore why that is and what we can do about it. Sun, 18 Jan 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/habits-of-healthy-eating.html Thomas Gull, translation: Gemma Brown 2026-01-18T23:00:00Z http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/evolutionary-medicine.html The modern world offers an abundance of convenience foods. But our Stone Age physiology isn’t built for modern diets, which are taking their toll on our bodies. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:00:00 GMT http://www.news.uzh.ch/en/articles/news/2026/evolutionary-medicine.html Simona Ryser 2026-01-07T23:00:00Z