Tissue architecture affects chromosome segregation
Biologists discover that the environment surrounding a cell plays an integral role in its ability to accurately segregate its chromosomes.
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Wireless communication breaks through water-air barrier
In a novel system developed by MIT researchers, underwater sonar signals cause vibrations that can be decoded by an airborne receiver.
Biological engineers discover new antibiotic candidates
Screen of human proteins reveals some with antimicrobial power.
Antidepressant restores youthful flexibility to aging inhibitory neurons
Neural plasticity and arbor growth decline with age, study in mice shows.
Preparing postdocs for life beyond the bench
The new Convergence Scholars Program bridges disciplines and helps young researchers further their skills and build their brands as scientists.
A summer tune-up for industry professionals
A popular class on fermentation technology has been attracting mid-career students to MIT for more than 50 years.
Study suggests glaucoma may be an autoimmune disease
Unexpected findings show that the body’s own immune system destroys retinal cells.
Artificial intelligence model “learns” from patient data to make cancer treatment less toxic
Machine-learning system determines the fewest, smallest doses that could still shrink brain tumors.
Inexpensive biology kits offer hands-on experience with DNA
Using freeze-dried, shelf-stable cellular components, students can learn about key biological concepts.
Q&A: Anne McCants on "Waves of Globalization," the 2018 World Economic History Congress at MIT
Congress of leading thinkers in economic, business, and social history convenes in the US for first time in 50 years.
A mathematical view on cell packing
Joint research from MIT and Princeton shows the mathematics behind biological cell positioning.
Cell-sized robots can sense their environment
Made of electronic circuits coupled to minute particles, the devices could flow through intestines or pipelines to detect problems.
Doctors rely on more than just data for medical decision making
Computer scientists find that physicians’ “gut feelings” influence how many tests they order for patients.
Taylor Perron named EAPS associate department head
Expert in landscape evolution will build upon the work of outgoing associate department head Tim Grove, supporting the EAPS education mission.