Drones, drone defense and robotics: VBS sets strategic focus to strengthen defense capabilities
Link to original article: https://www.innosuisse.admin.ch/de/newnsb/LRgwMdM0BY1h16XpwrMB4 Bern, August 27, 2026 — In light of the current threat landscape, the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS) is placing a strategic focus on drones, drone defense, and robotics. With the Unmanned Systems Centre, the DDPS aims to accelerate the development, testing, and integration of new […]
Reimagining Robotics for Sustainability
Original article: https://news.epfl.ch/news/reimagining-robotics-for-sustainability-2/ Robots are often celebrated for becoming increasingly intelligent, autonomous and capable. But what if their contribution to sustainability should become an equally important measure of their success? A growing body of research at EPFL is exploring how robotics can actively contribute to addressing some of society’s most pressing environmental and sustainability challenges—from […]