Innovation in the making
Event showcases, solicits feedback on MIT Innovation Initiative’s latest projects.
Deshpande Center call for proposals
Grant proposals may be submitted by any MIT faculty member with principal investigator status.
MIT researchers design tailored tissue adhesives
Glue can be modified for optimal performance in different types of diseased tissue.
Detecting gases wirelessly and cheaply
New sensor can transmit information on hazardous chemicals or food spoilage to a smartphone.
Running the color gamut
MIT spinout’s quantum-dot technology makes LCD TVs more colorful, energy-efficient.
Beating battery drain
Startup’s power-conserving chip may increase smartphone battery life, save energy in cell towers.
Big step in battling bladder disease
Novel device that stays in the bladder and slowly releases drugs sells to pharmaceutical giant.
New leadership in technological innovation
Deshpande Center appoints Timothy M. Swager as faculty director