It pays to cooperate
Yeast cells that share food have a survival edge over their freeloading neighbors — particularly when there is bacterial competition.
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On the hunt for rare cancer cells
Jellyfish-inspired device that rapidly and efficiently captures cancer cells from blood samples could enable better patient monitoring.
Fighting bacteria with mucus
Study shows that key proteins in mucus prevent bacterial adhesion to surfaces, could help prevent growth of biofilms.
Medical devices powered by the ear itself
For the first time, researchers power an implantable electronic device using an electrical potential — a natural battery — deep in the inner ear.
MIT welcomes six new MLK visiting professors and scholars
Appointments also extended for five current MLK visitors.
A step toward stronger polymers
Counting loops that weaken materials could help researchers eliminate structural flaws.
Nominations open for Doherty Professorship in Ocean Utilization
Deadline for submissions is Nov. 29.
OEIT's role in fostering open education: an interview with Vijay Kumar
The director of MIT's Office of Educational Innovation and Technology discusses OEIT's role.
Q&A: Michel DeGraff on teaching STEM in Kreyòl
A model for reaching science-hungry students around the world who speak local languages
Department snapshot: Civil and Environmental Engineering
From bacteria to bridges, CEE researchers tackle natural and built environments.
Tiny pores in graphene could give rise to membranes
New membranes may filter water or separate biological samples.
A new glow for electron microscopy
Protein-labeling technique allows high-resolution visualization of molecules inside cells.
Department snapshot: Mechanical Engineering
More MechE students choose to design their own education.