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Satellite imagery gives experts a better understanding of conflict

A study by researchers from EPFL, ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich demonstrates how high‑resolution satellite imagery, combined with text‑based data, can improve the assessment of damage, population movements and infrastructure conditions in conflict zones. The research, published in Nature, shows that fusing satellite observations with other sources can uncover otherwise undocumented violence and provide a more complete picture of conflict dynamics.

Published
11 Sept 2026
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A study by researchers from EPFL, ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich demonstrates how high‑resolution satellite imagery, combined with text‑based data, can improve the assessment of damage, population movements and infrastructure conditions in conflict zones. The research, published in Nature, shows that fusing satellite observations with other sources can uncover otherwise undocumented violence and provide a more complete picture of conflict dynamics.

Why it matters

The study showcases how Swiss AI expertise can be applied to integrate heterogeneous data sources for humanitarian decision‑making, reinforcing Switzerland’s leadership in AI‑driven conflict analysis.

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