When seawater penetrates concrete in road tunnels, a biofilm is formed that breaks down the concrete. This can lead to high costs and the risk of damage if stone and concrete drop from the tunnel roof.  In a new study, led by a team of researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, research reveals the mechanisms behind the degradation, and its unexpectedly rapid progression.

A groundbreaking study from East China Normal University has leveraged AI to analyze classroom teaching patterns across China, revealing that teacher-centered instruction still dominates. This research utilizes a sophisticated AI-powered classroom intelligent analysis system to assess 1,008 recorded Chinese language classes spanning nine grade levels. Usage of AI enables effective systematic analysis of large volumes of classroom data, reducing time and human intervention.

Networking, exchanging experience, pooling knowledge, enhancing skills – these are the objectives of the new EPICUR Hubs that have been developed under the leadership of KIT (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology). Being primarily virtual, these centers are intended to promote the collaboration between young European scientists and to facilitate their networking across disciplines and borders in research, teaching, innovation, and transfer. The first EPICUR Hub themed “Sustainable Transformation” started on April 08, 2025 with a virtual kick-off event.