Study: Volkswagen’s excess emissions will lead to 1,200 premature deaths in Europe
Countries hit hardest by automaker’s emissions scandal include Germany, Poland, France, and Czech Republic.
Precise technique tracks dopamine in the brain
New sensor could reveal the neurotransmitter’s role in learning and habit formation.
Global cement meeting paves the way for worldwide collaboration
A recent meeting on the MIT campus laid the foundation for better coordination of global research relating to cement and sustainability.
Dropbox founder drops by to inspire and spark collaboration
Drew Houston ’05 chatted with student innovators and shared his latest projects.
Lisa Su, Advanced Micro Devices president and CEO, to speak at 2017 Investiture of Doctoral Hoods
EECS alumna and industry leader returns to campus for the June 8 ceremony.
3Q: Leora Cooper on the legacy of her grandmother, Mildred Dresselhaus
After Dresselhaus’ recent passing, GE invited PhD candidate Leora Cooper to walk the red carpet at the 2017 Academy Awards in her grandmother's stead.
Taking aim at a key malaria molecule
Measuring the parasite’s heme levels could help scientists develop better antimalarial drugs.
New technology offers fast peptide synthesis
Automated manufacturing could make it easier to develop and test new peptide drugs.
From football to physics
Zachary Hulcher, Marshall Scholar and offensive lineman, will study high-energy physics in the U.K.
MIT senior Lilly Chin wins “Jeopardy!” College Championship
Chin takes the $100,000 grand prize, surpassing 14 on-air contestants and thousands of applicants from colleges around the U.S.
MIT researchers inform World Food Program work to reduce post-harvest losses
Study of post-harvest storage technology use in Uganda assesses potential for farmer adoption, identifies supply chain challenges and solutions.
Center for Environmental Health Sciences selects 2017 poster winners
Annual poster session showcases recent work on biological effects of exposure to environmental agents.
A class with the feel of a startup
Engineering systems design and development course embodies the spirit of National Engineers Week.
A possible new approach to stopping obstructive sleep apnea
Dietary supplement derived from tree bark shows promise for treating the disorder.
Solar panels get a face-lift with custom designs
Startup aims for wider U.S. solar adoption with photovoltaic panels that can display any image.