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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
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High-precision technique stores cellular “memory” in DNA
Engineers program human and bacterial cells to keep a record of complex molecular events.
August 22, 2019 -
Guided by AI, robotic platform automates molecule manufacture
New system could free bench chemists from time-consuming tasks, may help inspire new molecules.
August 8, 2019 -
New AI programming language goes beyond deep learning
General-purpose language works for computer vision, robotics, statistics, and more.
June 26, 2019 -
3Q: David Mindell on his vision for human-centered robotics
Engineer and historian discusses how the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing might integrate technical and humanistic research and education.
June 18, 2019 -
Artificial intelligence shines light on the dark web
New tools can find patterns in vast online data to track and identify users on illicit forums.
May 13, 2019 -
Deep stimulation improves cognitive control by augmenting brain rhythms
Finding could improve development of personalized psychiatric treatments.
April 8, 2019 -
Robot hand is soft and strong
Gripper device inspired by “origami magic ball” can grasp wide array of delicate and heavy objects.
March 15, 2019 -
Inside these fibers, droplets are on the move
Fibers containing systems for mixing, separating, and testing fluids may open up new possibilities for medical screening.
October 29, 2018 -
This RNA-based technique could make gene therapy more effective
Biological engineers design RNA circuits that enable precise control over the dose of therapeutic protein a patient receives.
October 16, 2018 -
A new way to manufacture small batches of biopharmaceuticals on demand
System can be rapidly reconfigured to produce a variety of protein drugs.
October 1, 2018 -
Plug-and-play technology automates chemical synthesis
System makes it easier to produce new molecules for myriad applications.
September 20, 2018 -
Connor Coley named 2018 DARPA Riser
Chemical engineering graduate student is invited to participate in the agency's 60th anniversary symposium in September.
July 16, 2018 -
New materials improve delivery of therapeutic messenger RNA
Polymeric nanoparticles can efficiently administer mRNA to cells of the lungs, liver, and other organs.
July 16, 2018 -
Chemists synthesize millions of proteins not found in nature
New technology could lead to development of novel “xenoprotein” drugs against infectious diseases.
May 21, 2018 -
Improving mid-infrared imaging and sensing
Artificial optical materials could allow cheaper, flatter, more efficient detectors for night vision and other uses.
April 26, 2018 -
Automating materials design
With new approach, researchers specify desired properties of a material, and a computer system generates a structure accordingly.
February 2, 2018 -
Stress can lead to risky decisions
Neuroscientists find chronic stress skews decisions toward higher-risk options.
November 16, 2017 -
Next-generation optogenetic molecules control single neurons
Focused laser beam could help scientists map connections among neurons that underlie behavior.
November 13, 2017 -
An algorithm for your blind spot
Using smartphone cameras, system for seeing around corners could help with self-driving cars and search-and-rescue.
October 9, 2017 -
Monitoring network traffic more efficiently
Programming language plus simple circuit design could let routers report on their own operation.
August 23, 2017