An electrical switch for magnetism
MIT researchers develop a new approach to controlling the motion of magnetic domains; work could lead to low-power computer memory.
Oscillating microscopic beads could be key to biolab on a chip
MIT team finds way to manipulate and measure magnetic particles without contact, potentially enabling multiple medical tests on a tiny device.
How to clean up oil spills
MIT researchers devise a surprisingly simple but effective method for magnetically separating oil and water.
Helping robots hold on
MIT researchers design a ‘controllable adhesion system’ for underwater robots.