Hannah Diehl and Bryce Hwang named 2017-18 Goldwater Scholars
Two MIT undergraduate students honored for their academic achievements.
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Neuroscientists identify brain circuit necessary for memory formation
New findings challenge standard model of memory consolidation.
Study helps explain varying outcomes for cancer, Down Syndrome
Differences in chromosome number may underlie variation among genetically identical individuals.
MIT receives $7.5 million to enhance structural biology research
Beckman Foundation grant helps secure cryo-electron microscopy at MIT.nano facility.
Annual CEE research showcase highlights diversity of research across department
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering’s Research Speed Dating Day brings community together to inspire new ideas.
Progress toward a Zika vaccine
Researchers program RNA nanoparticles that could protect against the virus.
In 30 years, can we sustainably meet the needs of 9.5 billion people?
President Emerita Susan Hockfield speaks at the Iconic Voices from MIT lecture organized by the Singapore University of Technology and Design.
Detecting mutations could lead to earlier liver cancer diagnosis
New technique can reveal exposure to aflatoxin, a potent carcinogen, before tumors develop.
Ernest Moniz named co-chair and CEO of Nuclear Threat Initiative
Physics professor and former U.S. Energy Secretary will lead nuclear security nonprofit while continuing his work at MIT.
Scientists identify brain circuit that drives pleasure-inducing behavior
Surprisingly, the neurons are located in a brain region thought to be linked with fear.
Scene at MIT: Ellen Swallow Richards leads the Woman's Laboratory
A trailblazing industrial and environmental chemist, Ellen Swallow Richards was MIT’s first female graduate and first female instructor.
Study points a way to better implants
Selectively blocking immune cells can prevent formation of scar tissue around medical devices.
Worm-inspired material strengthens, changes shape in response to its environment
A bio-inspired gel material developed at MIT could help engineers control movements of soft robots.
Tracking the spread of bird flu
Asian flu strains can enter North America through Alaska, study finds.
Daniel Zuo: Creative approaches to connectivity
MIT senior and Marshall Scholar will pursue research on algorithms to improve computer networks.