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ELLIS is a pan-European AI network of excellence built upon machine learning as the driver for modern AI.
Unit Lausanne
Established on September 15th, 2020
Unit Mission
At the core of the Unit is a vision of shaping a future where AI benefits everyone through research, education, and collaboration. The ELLIS Unit Lausanne brings together researchers working on various aspects of artificial intelligence (AI). Its interdisciplinary research approach and broad applications transcend school boundaries at EPFL, fostering direct interactions with Swiss industry and society.
Participating Institutions
Swiss Federal Technology Institute of Lausanne (EPFL)
Research Agenda
The Lausanne unit fosters a vibrant and collaborative environment that drives multidisciplinary engagement in AI research and its real-world impact. Its research agenda revolves around several key areas:
- Fundamentals of AI
- State-of-the-Art Methods and Algorithms
- Novel applications in strategic domains – Leveraging AI in key areas such as sustainability, health, science, robotics, responsible AI, and education.
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Latest News
23/07/26
ELLIS Sites ICML Fest 2026: Local Dialogue, Continent-Wide Exchange
In the weeks around ICML 2026, held in Seoul, South Korea from July 6 to 11, thirteen ELLIS Sites hosted the second edition of the ELLIS Sites ICML Fest.
04/05/26
ELLIS Unit Lausanne: Advancing AI at the Intersection of Science, Health, and Society
The ELLIS Unit Lausanne is a founding member of the ELLIS network dedicated to shaping AI for societal benefit through interdisciplinary research in healthcare,...
21/04/26
25 ELLIS Units Successfully Extended
ELLIS is proud to announce that 25 ELLIS Units have been successfully extended, following the reapplication process for Units that have been active for five years....
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