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Histone proteins are found in the nucleus of biological cells. They control which genes are active in cells and can be chemically modified in a variety of ways. Researchers have now provided an overview of how these modifications influence the development of stem cells into neurons and other brain cells. This could pave the way for new therapies against brain development disorders.

Researchers have investigated how drugs interact with the tiny channels through which neighbouring biological cells communicate with each other. The scientists have thus provided a possible explanation for the known neuropsychiatric side effects of an antimalarial drug. In addition, the new findings could enable the development of drugs against numerous other diseases.

Researchers at ETH Zurich are working with Lufthansa Aviation Training to develop a complete replica of an Airbus aircraft. This digital twin will be used for safety and emergency training of cabin and cockpit crews in virtual reality.

The ongoing development of artificial intelligence is often presented as a race between humans and machines. ETH professor Menna El-?Assady takes a different approach: she wants to develop an AI that can be used interactively and that shapes its capabilities only in collaboration with humans.

METIS is the first instrument of the Extremely Large Telescope to pass its final design review.