School of Science announces 2024 Infinite Expansion Awards
Nine postdocs and research scientists honored for contributions to the Institute.
Nine postdocs and research scientists honored for contributions to the Institute.
A study of people in 15 countries reveals that while everyone favors rhythms with simple integer ratios, biases can vary quite a bit across societies.
The “oriented” samples, the first of their kind from any planet, could shed light on Mars’ ancient magnetic field.
MIT undergraduates win top five spots for the fourth year in a row and capture the Elizabeth Lowell Putnam Prize.
Fellows honored for creativity, innovation, and research accomplishments.
A new study finds precancerous colon cells turn on a gene called SOX17, which helps them evade detection and develop into more advanced tumors.
The work will help researchers tune surface properties of perovskites, a promising alternative and supplement to silicon, for more efficient photovoltaics.
The MIT seniors will pursue graduate studies at Cambridge University.
Undergraduates selected for the competitive program enjoy a seminar series and conversations over dinners with distinguished faculty.
Albert Almada PhD ’13 studies the mechanics of how stem cells rebuild tissues. “Digging deep into the science is what MIT taught me,” he says.
An exotic electronic state observed by MIT physicists could enable more robust forms of quantum computing.
Applying a small voltage to a catalyst can increase the rates of reactions used in petrochemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacture, and many other processes.
Political science and physics major Leela Fredlund wants to ensure fairness and justice prevail in humanity's leap into space.
Scientists quantify a previously overlooked driver of human-related mercury emissions.
Two professors and three additional alumni recognized for “dreaming up solutions to global challenges — advancing health, sustainability, and human connection.”