Proteins linked to longevity may be involved in mood control
Excess of sirtuins can produce anxiety, a possible evolutionary adaptation to dietary restriction.
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Bridging the divide
New study shows how integrated institutions can lead diverse populations to cooperate in rebuilding countries.
Streamlining chip design
Designers of mobile devices need to think hard about which functions to implement in hardware and which in software. A new programming language makes that much easier.
How to stop the flu
Engineering-systems researchers identify proven strategies to prevent influenza from spreading through a household.
Carbon capture? Go for the source
New analysis shows pulling CO2 from the air would not be cost-effective in the foreseeable future.
With changes, the grid can take it
MIT report shows that with new policies, U.S. electric grid could handle expected influx of electric cars and wind and solar generation.
Electronics takes on a new spin
Researchers at MIT find a way to observe and control the way electrons spin on the surface of exotic new materials.
A novel way to concentrate sun’s heat
MIT researchers find a way to generate power without the usual mirror arrays.
Double duty
A computational biologist and physician, Collin Stultz takes a unique approach to studying diseases that could lead to new treatments.
Chu: New materials could be transformative
Citing historical examples, U.S. secretary of energy argues that the nation can still regain its manufacturing leadership.
Video: Mapping the future
Mentoring program — now entering its fifth year — partners undergraduates with staff and faculty.
Rebuilding American manufacturing
White House working group convenes at MIT to examine how new technologies can create economic growth and more jobs in the United States.
A Tocqueville for our time
MIT historian’s re-evaluation of Democracy in America emphasizes Alexis de Tocqueville’s doubts and concerns about politics in the United States.
