News & Events
D-BAUG Research Day 2026: Uncertainity
On 3 November 2026, the Association of Scientific Staff at D-BAUG invites all students, researchers and professors to the department’s annual Meet & Share event. This year’s theme will be “Uncertainty”, highlighting how D-BAUG researchers make sense of the unknown and navigate it in their work. Doctoral students and researchers from many institutes will present selected case studies. The event will be held at HIT E 51 from 15:00. Join us for an afternoon of exchange, insight and inspiration!
Adrian Kreiner in Rome
From studying Environmental Engineering at ETH Zurich to living in Rome: During his master's thesis, Adrian Kreiner used Earth observation data to analyse agricultural water use. Today, he works as a Graduate Trainee at the European Space Agency (ESA). In this interview, he reflects on his career path and life in Italy.
Soil heterogeneity helps bacteria find nutrients
Bacteria drive many of the processes that regulate soil fertility, carbon cycling, and groundwater quality, yet how they locate nutrients in complex subsurface environments remains poorly understood. Researchers from ETH Zurich and Eawag show that the physical heterogeneity of porous soils enhances bacterial chemotaxis, helping microorganisms reach nutrient hotspots even under fluid flow. The findings open new perspectives for predicting and managing subsurface ecosystem processes.
ETH4D Project Annoucement
Using Earth Observation to Support Mining Monitoring in Namibia
Cities are getting hotter: Thermal Justice offers a fairer way to adapt
After an exceptionally early heatwave in May, western Europe recorded its hottest June on record. Immediate protection is essential, but not everyone can access cool housing, shade or flexible working conditions. A new Thermal Justice framework shows how cities can reduce heat risk without shifting its burdens to other people, places or future generations.