AI knowledge and better research in just 15 minutes – Coffee Lectures in March
In March, you can expand your knowledge on a topic in the field of AI or research in just 15 minutes with the ETH Library's Coffee Lectures – no registration required and via Zoom.
The new Coffee Lectures programme offers you compact insights into current research topics. In just 15 minutes, you will receive tips for doing literature research using the PICO scheme and AI-supported tools. You will also learn how to keep up to date with the latest developments in AI tools and how to make the most of open access publication opportunities.
The programme for March 2025 in a nutshell
- Systematic research: PICO process in PubMed and Embase – 5 March 2025
- New AI supported tools for literature research at ETH – 12 March 2025
- GenAI Tools at ETH Zurich – 19 March 2025
- Two ways of publishing conference papers Open Access – 26 March 2025
How it works
Each session lasts 15 minutes. You will receive concise, condensed information on a particular topic and have time to ask questions at the end. Just the right length of time to enjoy a coffee while you listen and get to know the people behind the ETH Library.
The online events are held external page via Zoom at 3.15 p.m. on Wednesday afternoons from 5 March to 26 March 2025. We usually host the events in English.
You can take part without registering. For browser-based Zoom sessions, we recommend using Chrome.
If you miss an event, you can still access it. We record the sessions and provide access to the presentation slides on our website.
We welcome suggestions for new topics!
Are you interested in a particular topic? Then we look forward to receiving your suggestion. Whether you have questions regarding a certain tool or want information on a topic relating to information searches, academic writing or publishing – send us your suggested topic at