Microfluidics device helps diagnose sepsis in minutes
When time matters in hospitals, automated system can detect an early biomarker for the potentially life-threatening condition.
Chemists discover structure of glucagon fibrils
Study may be a step toward shelf-stable versions of the hormone, which is used to control diabetes.
In cancer research, a winding road to discovery
Book by MIT professor examines the circuitous history behind the investigation of cancer as a contagious illness.
Measuring chromosome imbalance could clarify cancer prognosis
A study of prostate cancer finds “aneuploid” tumors are more likely to be lethal than tumors with normal chromosome numbers.
3Q: Susan Hockfield on a new age of living machines
Convergence research at MIT and beyond seeks new solutions for global challenges.
A comprehensive map of how Alzheimer’s affects the brain
Analysis of genes altered by the disease could provide targets for new treatments.
J-Clinic names 18 grant recipients from across Institute
Projects will develop new AI technologies that detect and prevent diseases.
Keeping genetic engineering localized
Researchers are developing a so-called "daisy-chain" gene-drive system that provides controls for genetic engineering of certain populations.
Biologists find a way to boost intestinal stem cell populations
Study suggests that stimulating stem cells may protect the gastrointestinal tract from age-related disease.
Academic institutions grant commercial license for CRISPR-based SHERLOCK diagnostic technology in developed world
Rights are protected for broad use in developing world and for public health needs.
“Inactive” ingredients may not be, study finds
Most pills contain compounds with potential to cause allergic reactions or discomfort in some patients.
Reducing the burden of tuberculosis treatment
Drug delivery system would allow patients to switch from daily to monthly doses.
Tissue model reveals how RNA will act on the liver
Studies could speed the development of new treatments for liver disease.
Predicting sequence from structure
Researchers have devised a faster, more efficient way to design custom peptides and perturb protein-protein interactions.
MIMIC Chest X-Ray database to provide researchers access to over 350,000 patient radiographs
A new database of images could pave a path for algorithmic models that ensure accurate diagnoses of conditions like pneumonia.