Soil Mechanics Laboratory

The Laboratory of Soil Mechanics at EPFL, under the direction of Professor Lyesse Laloui, focuses on developing innovative geotechnical solutions for a sustainable future. Their research activities include energy geostructures, nuclear waste storage, bio-improved soils, CO2 storage, behavior of shales, and landslide analysis. Through experimental and modeling expertise, they aim to address challenges related to climate change, global energy demand, sustainable urban design, and safe waste disposal systems. The lab is actively involved in projects like BIGALPS, which explores biocementation at a field scale, and research on energy geostructures revealing complex mechanical responses. With a mission to contribute to a resilient environment, the lab emphasizes education, research, and innovation in geotechnical engineering.