Visit the new GLC building
With the new building in the Gloriarank (GLC), ETH Zurich has created a modern research and laboratory building at the interface between health sciences and technology in the Zurich Centre university area. Now that the building has been occupied by the Departments of Health Sciences and Technology (HEST) and Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (ITET) in April 2023, we would like to open the doors and give you an insight into the research in the GLC and the architecture of the building.
Key data
Date: Thursday, 6 June 2024
Time: from 4.30 p. m. until 8.00 p. m.
Location: Gloriastrasse 37 / 39, 8092 Zurich
Programme
16.30: Door opening
17.15: LabTours and architectural tour
As the number of participants is limited, you can pick up a free ticket at the InfoDesk to take part in a guided tour. You can visit one tour per time slot. The InfoDesk will be open on 6 June from 4 p.m. in the foyer of the GLC building.
On this tour, we present a globally unique robot that precisely analyses the movement of the knee joint. In the interactive robotics laboratory, researchers show you how rocking beds can improve the quality of sleep, and how an exoskeleton supports the quality of life for people with limited mobility.
On this tour, you will see practical demonstrations of imaging (visualisation) of the heart and brain. You will also gain an insight into the latest X-ray technology.
On this tour, you will see modern methods of biofabrication for the production of tissue ("tissue engineering"), how computer simulations enable predictions about the physiological strain on the skeleton, and you will learn how information flows through a network of nerve cells on a chip.
On this tour, you will learn how the brain controls movements, how medication is administered using microrobots and what these microrobots are made of. Using the "ReHandyBot" therapy device and the "tenoexo" wearable exoskeleton, we show you how hand function is supported for people with limited mobility.
On this tour with the architect, you will learn exciting details about the architecture and background information about the building.
18.30: LabTours and architectural tour
As the number of participants is limited, you can pick up a free ticket at the InfoDesk to take part in a guided tour. You can visit one tour per time slot. The InfoDesk will be open on 6 June from 4 p.m. in the foyer of the GLC building.
On this tour, we present a globally unique robot that precisely analyses the movement of the knee joint. You can also observe a person during intense physical exertion and see, among other things, how much blood is pumped through the body per heartbeat. Researchers also show you how they stimulate involuntary (non-volitional) breathing by stimulating nerve pathways.
On this tour, you will see practical demonstrations of imaging (visualisation) of the heart and brain. You will also gain an insight into the latest X-ray technology.
On this tour, you will see modern methods of biofabrication for the production of tissue ("tissue engineering"), how computer simulations enable predictions about the physiological strain on the skeleton, and you will learn how information flows through a network of nerve cells on a chip.
On this tour, you will learn how the brain controls movements, how medication is administered using microrobots and what these microrobots are made of. Using the "ReHandyBot" therapy device and the "tenoexo" wearable exoskeleton, we show you how hand function is supported for people with limited mobility.
On this tour with the architect, you will learn exciting details about the architecture and background information about the building.
20.00: End of the event
Accessible throughout
- Poster exhibition in the foyer on the architecture of the GLC building as well as teaching and research in the GLC building
- Scientainment for young and old: interactive offer of the Departments of Health Sciences and Technology (D-HEST) as well as Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (D-ITET)
- Catering options: Restaurant Archimedes
Getting there
We recommend travelling by public transport, as the number of parking spaces is limited.
Photos, video recordings
During the event, you may be photographed or video recorded. By participating in the event, you agree that ETH Zurich may use these for reporting purposes.