Researchers pioneer use of capsules to save materials, streamline chemical reactions
Wax capsule delivery systems can simplify a wide range of chemistry transformations.
Better estimates of worldwide mercury pollution
New findings show Asia produces twice as much mercury emissions as previously thought.
Stalagmites pinpoint drying of American West
Research suggests western U.S. deserts were relatively wet up until 8,200 years ago.
Ocean acidification may cause dramatic changes to phytoplankton
Study finds many species may die out and others may migrate significantly as ocean acidification intensifies.
Chemists design a quantum-dot spectrometer
New instrument is small enough to function within a smartphone, enabling portable light analysis.
School of Engineering awards for 2015
Awards were given to outstanding faculty, and graduate, and undergraduate students.
MIT team creates ultracold molecules
At near absolute zero, molecules may start to exhibit exotic states of matter.
Bringing biochemistry to life with color
Senior biology and chemistry major Daniel Zhang helps build noninvasive cancer diagnostic tools.
An enduring legacy of education and opportunity
The Khorana Program at MIT enables young Indian scientists to thrive.
Symposium honors professor of chemistry Stephen Lippard
Event honors Stephen Lippard, recipient of the 2015 Benjamin Franklin Medal in Chemistry, for his work on the role of metal atoms in biology and medicine.
MIT sensor detects spoiled meat
Tiny device could be incorporated into “smart packaging” to improve food safety.
Shalek receives Searle Scholars Award
Award to Professor Alex Shalek will support new advances in nanotechnology and chemical biology.