Explained: Directed evolution Speeding up protein evolution in the lab can yield useful molecules that nature never intended. May 13, 2010 Read full story →
Mysterious quantum forces unraveled MIT researchers find a way to calculate the effects of Casimir forces, offering a way to keep micromachines’ parts from sticking together. May 11, 2010 Read full story →
New insights into the mystery of natural HIV immunity A new finding from the Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT and Harvard may have implications for designing an effective AIDS vaccine. May 6, 2010 Read full story →
Genes as fossils MIT researchers discover the DNA responsible for creating fossil-like molecules found in ancient rocks. May 6, 2010 Read full story →
Said and Done Humanities, arts, and social sciences digest for May 2010 May 4, 2010 Read full story →
Rapid analysis of DNA damage now possible Technology offers a new way to test potential cancer drugs, detect effects of hazardous agents in our environment. May 4, 2010 Read full story →
New views at the nanoscale MIT researchers are building a microscope that uses MRI technology to image viruses and other tiny biological structures. April 27, 2010 Read full story →
Liquid-solid interactions, as never before seen New technique improves researchers’ ability to measure a key property of material surfaces. April 26, 2010 Read full story →
3 Questions: Bill Gates on MIT After speaking about the importance of giving back, the philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder spoke to MIT News about innovation and learning at MIT April 22, 2010 Read full story →
Swetha Kambhampati ’10 wins Merage American Dream Fellowship Biology senior honored for academics, leadership April 21, 2010 Read full story →
Engineering, science and management graduate programs continue to excel MIT tops several disciplines in U.S. News & World Report annual rankings April 15, 2010 Read full story →
Biomanufacturing Research Program wins grant from Sloan Foundation Will be used to examine globalization and regulatory compliance April 13, 2010 Read full story →