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Institute for Medical Engineering and Science (IMES)
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Engineered liver tissue expands after transplant
Tiny implantable “seeds” of tissue produce fully functional livers.
July 19, 2017 -
Antibiotic nanoparticles fight drug-resistant bacteria
Targeted treatment could be used for pneumonia and other bacterial infections.
July 12, 2017 -
Zika virus likely circulated in Americas long before its detection
Analysis of largest collection of Zika genomes to date reveals trajectory and evolution of the virus.
May 24, 2017 -
Spotlight on engineering staff
The School of Engineering gives its 2017 Infinite Mile Awards for exceptional service and support.
May 22, 2017 -
MIT linQ announces 2017 class of IDEA^2 Global
Fifteen international teams developing new biomedical technologies to benefit from innovation training and expert resources.
May 19, 2017 -
National Academy of Sciences elects six MIT professors for 2017
Bell, Bhatia, Cummins, Duflo, Jensen, and Mavalvala honored for research achievements.
May 3, 2017 -
Scientists unveil CRISPR-based diagnostic platform
New system adapts tool known for gene editing; to be used in rapid, inexpensive disease diagnosis.
April 13, 2017 -
New technology can detect tiny ovarian tumors
“Synthetic biomarkers” could be used to diagnose ovarian cancer months earlier than now possible.
April 10, 2017 -
Study points a way to better implants
Selectively blocking immune cells can prevent formation of scar tissue around medical devices.
March 20, 2017 -
A possible new approach to stopping obstructive sleep apnea
Dietary supplement derived from tree bark shows promise for treating the disorder.
February 23, 2017 -
Drug treatment could combat hearing loss
Researchers discover a drug combination that can regenerate hair cells in the inner ear.
February 21, 2017 -
MIT linQ names first IDEA^2 Global awardees
Twelve finalist teams pitched diverse new health care technologies at MIT.
February 14, 2017 -
Making single-cell RNA sequencing widely available
Portable tool could help scientists learn more about cells’ roles in many diseases.
February 13, 2017 -
At least 30 from MIT named to 2017 Forbes 30 Under 30 lists
Students, faculty, staff, and alumni honored in "the most definitive gathering of today’s leading young change-makers and innovators."
January 5, 2017 -
New capsule achieves long-term drug delivery
Technology could aid in elimination of malaria and treatment of many other diseases.
November 16, 2016 -
New engineering faculty for 2016-2017
The School of Engineering welcomes 13 new professors.
October 27, 2016 -
Study suggests approach to waking patients after surgery
Activating certain brain neurons may spur recovery from general anesthesia.
October 24, 2016 -
MRIs for fetal health
Algorithm could help analyze fetal scans to determine whether interventions are warranted.
October 21, 2016 -
Kwanghun Chung receives NIH New Innovator Award
Award will support the development of technologies that can enable a better understanding of complex biological systems.
October 13, 2016 -
MIT shares $75 million grant to fight heart disease
One Brave Idea Research Award will support the search for new biomarkers and treatments.
October 5, 2016