At Lycée Michel Lucius, LIST helped turn renovation into a sustainability success. Instead of demolishing and rebuilding, the project focused on reusing materials and minimizing waste — cutting CO2  emissions by 90% and reducing waste by 79%. More than just a school upgrade, this approach is now shaping how Luxembourg thinks about circular construction, influencing policies and industry standards for a greener future.
The project was selected as one of the 50 finalists among 500 applications for the New European Bauhaus Prize.

LIST drove innovation in Botanica – Your Office Resort, Luxembourg’s first eco-focused urban project by CODIC. By optimizing construction logistics, LIST helped cut truck traffic and carbon emissions while also boosting efficiency. The Institute also pioneered circular practices, identifying reusable materials to reduce waste. With its NBenefit$® tool, LIST supported the integration of nature-based solutions, ensuring Botanica is a model for greener, more resilient urban development.

LIST signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Neobuild GIE to strengthen collaboration in sustainable construction. Together, we’ll tackle key challenges in the sector, focusing on circular and lean construction, waste management and smart building innovation. This partnership reflects our shared ambition to accelerate the transition toward greener, more efficient construction practices.

LIST became the coordinator for AMUSENS, a four-year, €8 million Horizon Europe project focused on developing low-cost gas sensors for everyday electronic appliances. These portable sensors will help monitor pollutants in industries like cleaning and hairdressing while enabling applications such as breath analysis for athletes. Making the most of nanotechnology, AI and additive manufacturing, LIST and 10 partners, including industry leader ScioSense, aim to enhance gas detection efficiency.

Aline Chary, a scientist at LIST, received the 2023 PETA Science Consortium International e.V. ‘Early Career Scientist Award’ for her pioneering work in developing ethical alternatives to animal-derived components in cell cultures. Her research replaced foetal bovine serum (FBS) with cruelty-free substitutes, reducing reliance on animal products in laboratories. The €35,000 prize supported the expansion of her work, refining innovative techniques for cell cultivation.

As part of the Lëtzebuerg City Museum’s All You Can Eat exhibition, LIST explored the past, present and future of our food culture. The exhibition examined how climate, economics and traditions shape diets while also addressing global food security challenges. LIST contributed with bioreactor technology and living algae displays, showcasing sustainable food innovations. Visitors also participated in dedicated guided tours of LIST’s GreenTech Innovation Centre in Hautcharage throughout the year.

LIST awarded the 2024 LIAB Prize to Dr Christine Bösch (University of Leeds) for her pioneering work on the health benefits of beetroot pigments, highlighting their potential for gut and cardiovascular health. Her research bridges science and practical applications in functional foods, in perfect alignment with the award’s mission: rewarding impactful bioinnovation. Sponsored by PM-International, the LIAB Award underscores LIST’s commitment to advancing applied science through strong ties with global researchers and industry, from shared labs to breakthroughs with real-world value.

LIST and Myelin-H teamed up to take multiple sclerosis monitoring out of the hospital and into the home. Their joint project, R-MMS, combines mobile neuro games, wearable sensors and AI to track patient symptoms in real time. The system provides personalized feedback and rehab programmes, helping doctors adjust treatment earlier and more accurately. LIST’s role: making the tech secure, private and scalable across Europe and the US. A step forward in practical, digital healthcare.

LIST and UNHCR joined forces to build an early warning system for humanitarian crises. Using AI and satellite data, the system aims to identify risks — like conflict or climate threats — that could force people to flee their homes. The goal: help responders act faster, plan better and reduce human impact. Backed by Luxembourg’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the 15-month pilot was launched in several countries making a step toward smarter, more coordinated humanitarian action worldwide.

As part of its broader mission to build smarter, connected cities, LIST made a major leap in urban mobility by demonstrating how high-speed connectivity — powered by 5G and beyond — can enable the real-world deployment of autonomous shuttles.
In Belval, through the FNR-funded COMBO project in collaboration with CFL, LIST’s researchers showcased how transport systems can communicate, adapt and optimize in real-time. This was more than a test — it was a breakthrough: a glimpse into a future where connected, demand-responsive mobility enhances public transport and urban living.
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