About
The ETH Phenomics Center
Supporting Researchers to better Understand Disease Mechanisms
In order to be able to fight illnesses like cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and others, it is essential to understand the underlying molecular biological processes and the factors influencing the diseases. It is on this basis that drugs can be specifically targeted to suit particular patients, so that they receive better, customised treatment with fewer side-effects.
Within the strategic focus of Life Sciences at ETH Zurich, research groups in the field of Molecular Health Sciences exactly do that. They search for a better understanding of these diseases on a molecular level by applying research projects not only on in-vitro cell culture systems but also on much more complex organisms in-vivo like the mouse model. More information on Molecular Health Sciences at ETH Zurich can be found here
Animal Holding and Scientific Infrastructure for Phenotypic Characterization of in-vivo Models
The ETH Phenomics Center (EPIC) is a centrally organised, state-of-the-art research and service platform for experimental laboratory animal research with a focus on laboratory mice at ETH Zurich. As a central technology platform, it is open for use to all ETH research groups.
EPIC comprises modern analysis and technology laboratories with high-end scientific infrastructure for phenotypic characterization of various disease-related in-vivo models. Also novel technologies for transgenesis and the generation of new in-vivo models with a focus on laboratory mice are applied.
The center is built to the latest international standards to ensure high-standard housing of the laboratory mice used in experimental research. Handling laboratory animals competently, showing respect and a sense of responsibility, is an integral part of biomedical research at ETH Zurich. A dedicated team of EPIC staff carries out animal caretaking, research support services, and technology development in collaboration with the ETH Life Science research community.