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A new contrast agent for MRI
New iron oxide nanoparticles could help avoid a rare side effect caused by current contrast agents.
February 14, 2017 -
New faculty strengthen, broaden MIT’s energy expertise
MIT's newest faculty bring a wide array of energy interests and developments to the Institute.
February 7, 2017 -
Toward all-solid lithium batteries
Researchers investigate mechanics of lithium sulfides, which show promise as solid electrolytes.
February 2, 2017 -
Research assistants at energy’s cutting edge
MIT graduate students in energy fields gain skills and advance knowledge while helping to move toward a low-carbon future.
January 31, 2017 -
StartMIT’s Innovation Night
Innovators from a range of fields discuss their pioneering work and their founders’ journey.
January 26, 2017 -
Green Labs contest: A certified success
A contest spurred several MIT labs to reduce waste and hazardous materials and conserve energy and water.
December 19, 2016 -
Two MIT faculty named 2016 fellows of the National Academy of Inventors
Cima and Merrill recognized for contributions resulting in a tangible impact on quality of life, economic development, and the welfare of society.
December 13, 2016 -
Agitating the aluminum pot
MIT researchers demonstrate that strong churning during hot liquid state can produce stronger, more uniformly structured large aluminum casts.
December 7, 2016 -
Bold research visions recognized and rewarded
Four proposals from six MIT faculty members to receive Professor Amar G. Bose Research Grants.
December 1, 2016 -
Enhancing education from pre-K to MIT and beyond
Two new initiatives take an in-depth look at learning.
November 23, 2016 -
The science of friction on graphene
Sliding on flexible graphene surfaces has been uncharted territory until now.
November 23, 2016 -
Solid-state learning
First-year students get a spirited introduction to materials science and chemistry from Professor Jeffrey Grossman.
November 18, 2016 -
Battery challenges: cost and performance
Industry speakers and MIT faculty offer solutions to problems ranging from small portable devices to large fixed installations.
November 2, 2016 -
MIT-Chile collaboration stresses hands-on projects and teamwork in STEM education
MIT alumni and the MIT-Chile Program are bringing unique learning opportunities to Chilean high school students in a partnership with two major Santiago universities.
November 1, 2016 -
New engineering faculty for 2016-2017
The School of Engineering welcomes 13 new professors.
October 27, 2016 -
Fighting cancer with the power of immunity
New treatment elicits two-pronged immune response that destroys tumors in mice.
October 24, 2016 -
Faculty highlight: Robert Macfarlane
MIT chemist constructs nanoparticle-based crystals by programming interactions of synthetic polymers and biopolymers at the molecular level.
October 14, 2016 -
Materials-science innovation on display at MADMEC
Water-shedding coating for car windshields wins $10K grand prize at annual prototyping contest.
October 12, 2016 -
Advancing manufacturing innovation on campus and online
The White House highlights MIT’s latest efforts as part of National Manufacturing Day.
October 7, 2016 -
Water vapor sets some oxides aflutter
Newly discovered phenomenon could affect materials in batteries and water-splitting devices.
October 3, 2016