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Faculty of Science and Medicine

At the Faculty of Science and Medicine of the University of Fribourg, we teach the next generation of scientists and doctors, with a particular focus on life sciences, biomedicine, and nanomaterials. We train them to face the future challenges of our society.

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Innovative glue enables easy recycling and repairs

Researchers at the Adolphe Merkle Institute have developed a groundbreaking adhesive inspired by shellac, a natural resin secreted by insects. This new material not only forms strong bonds between a wide…

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Everybody’s a top scorer thanks to virtual reality?

In just 15 minutes, training with a simulator allowed professional hockey players to significantly improve their perceptual abilities in front of the opposing team’s net. Developed by researchers at the…

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Unlocking Collaboration: Inside BioAlps Event at UNIFR Showcases Cutting-Edge Research

The Knowledge and Technology Transfer services of UNIFR and the Adolphe Merkle Institute recently hosted an inspiring BioAlps INSIDE event, highlighting cutting-edge research on neuroscience, translational…