EPFL's academic resources are housed in various campuses and centers, each dedicated to specific disciplines and research areas. Here's an overview of the main academic campuses and centers:

Main Campus:

• Location : Lausanne, on the shores of Lake Geneva.
• Description : The primary campus of EPFL, housing most of the academic schools, research facilities, and administrative offices. It includes modern lecture halls, laboratories, libraries, and student facilities.

Satellite Campuses and Centers:

1. EPFL Valais Wallis :

   • Location : Sion, in the canton of Valais.
   • Focus : Energy, health, and environment research. The campus includes state-of-the-art laboratories and is part of the Energypolis campus, a collaborative environment with the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO).

2. EPFL Fribourg :

   • Location : Fribourg.
   • Focus : Smart living and sustainable construction. This campus is closely linked with the Friborg School of Engineering and Architecture.

3. EPFL Neuchâtel :

   • Location : Neuchâtel.
   • Focus : Microengineering and microsystems, including advanced research in nanotechnology and high-precision manufacturing.

4. EPFL Campus Biotech :

   • Location : Geneva.
   • Focus : Life sciences and biotechnology. Campus Biotech is a collaborative hub for neuroscience, bioengineering, and personalized health, shared with the University of Geneva and other research entities.

Research Centers and Institutes:

1. Swiss Plasma Center (SPC) :

   • Focus : Research in plasma physics and fusion energy, part of EPFL's efforts in sustainable energy solutions.

2. Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology (CSEM) :

   • Focus : Innovation and development in microtechnology, nanotechnology, and digitalization.

3. Center for Intelligent Systems (CIS) :

   • Focus : Interdisciplinary research in artificial intelligence, robotics, and data science.

4. Transportation Center (TraCE) :

   • Focus : Research and innovation in sustainable transportation and mobility solutions.

5. Center for Digital Education (CEDE) :

   • Focus : Enhancing digital learning and educational technologies, supporting the development of MOOCs and other digital education initiatives.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship:

1. EPFL Innovation Park :
   • Location : Adjacent to the main Lausanne campus.
   • Focus : Hosting start-ups and facilitating technology transfer between academic research and industry. It provides office space, labs, and support services for entrepreneurs.

Additional Facilities:

1. Pavilions and Laboratories :
   • Multiple specialized pavilions dedicated to different research areas, equipped with cutting-edge technology and resources.
2. Student and Cultural Centers :
   • Rolex Learning Center : A library and study area offering extensive resources and a unique architectural design.
   • ArtLab : A cultural center promoting the intersection of art, science, and technology.

These campuses and centers collectively support EPFL's mission of excellence in education, research, and innovation, fostering a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.