"ETH Zurich Uncovers Fluid Dynamics Behind the Pleasurable Sigh"

ETH Zurichs study reveals that surface tension in the lungs, along with fluid dynamics, plays a crucial role in breathing, impacting overall lung function and health.

• Researchers at ETH Zurich discovered that surface tension in the lungs can resist expansion during breathing, complicating the process of inhalation and exhalation.
• The study indicates that the liquid in the lungs, which typically aids breathing, may also be affected by similar motion dynamics, potentially affecting pulmonary alveolus function.
• Understanding these fluid dynamics could have implications for pediatrics, especially concerning issues like preterm birth and lung development during pregnancy.