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Biden taps Eric Lander and Maria Zuber for senior science posts Lander to take a leave of absence to assume Cabinet-level post; Zuber to co-chair presidential advisory council. Read full story →
Why cancer cells waste so much energy MIT study sheds light on the longstanding question of why cancer cells get their energy from fermentation. Read full story →
Distressing news about Professor Gang Chen President Reif updates the community about Chen, a widely respected scholar and faculty member who was arrested on allegations of federal grant fraud. Read full story →
James DiCarlo named director of the MIT Quest for Intelligence Brain and cognitive sciences professor will lead the Institute’s interdisciplinary initiative to advance research in natural and artificial intelligence. Read full story →
Fiercely supporting student welfare and resilient growth Jesse Kroll and Cathy Drennan honored as "Committed to Caring." Read full story →
Model analyzes how viruses escape the immune system Using this computational system, researchers can identify viral protein sequences that could make better vaccine targets. Read full story →