Brewing up Earth’s earliest life
Large concentrations of sulfites and bisulfites in shallow lakes may have set the stage for Earth’s first biological molecules.
Large concentrations of sulfites and bisulfites in shallow lakes may have set the stage for Earth’s first biological molecules.
Seven staff members honored for their outstanding contributions to the MIT community.
Katharina Ribbeck studies the sticky substance to uncover its impacts on health and disease.
New discovery suggests that all life may share a common design principle.
Researchers identify the molecular structure of the GATOR1 protein complex, which regulates growth signals in human cells, using cryo-electron microscopy.
Activating proteins linked to longevity may help to increase endurance and combat frailty in the elderly.
Graduate engineering program is No. 1 in the nation; MIT Sloan is No. 5.
Whitehead Institute researchers uncover framework for how stem cells determine where to form replacement structures.
At MIT, collaboration is key. The MIT 24-Hour Challenge, on March 14, is inviting alumni and friends around the world to join the team.
Whitehead Institute study in yeast illuminates the role of a molecular de-clogger in disease biology.
New finding suggests differences in how humans and bacteria control production of DNA’s building blocks.
Whitehead Institute researchers are using a modified CRISPR/Cas9-guided activation strategy to investigate the most frequent cause of intellectual disability in males.
A new special subject, Agricultural Microbial Ecology, takes students to Israel.
New cancer research initiative eyes individualized treatment for patients.
Department of Biology kicks off IAP seminar series with a lecture by synthetic-biology visionary George Church.