Storing medical information below the skin’s surface
Specialized invisible dye, delivered along with a vaccine, could enable “on-patient” storage of vaccination history to save lives in regions where paper or digital records aren’t available.
A closer look at the diabetes disaster
In a new book, Amy Moran-Thomas examines how diabetes is reaching epidemic levels in countries across the world.
Screen could offer better safety tests for new chemicals
Using specialized liver cells, a new test can quickly detect potentially cancer-causing DNA damage.
New treatment could ease the passage of kidney stones
Muscle relaxants delivered to the ureter can reduce contractions that cause pain when passing a stone.
Technique identifies T cells primed for certain allergies or infections
Researchers develop a method to isolate and sequence the RNA of T cells that react to a specific target.
Double-sided tape for tissues could replace surgical sutures
New adhesive that binds wet surfaces within seconds could be used to heal wounds or implant medical devices.
Cell stiffness may indicate whether tumors will invade
Study shows tumors with softer, larger cells at their periphery are more likely to spread; may suggest new route for cancer therapy.
Recovering “lost dimensions” of images and video
Model could recreate video from motion-blurred images and “corner cameras,” may someday retrieve 3D data from 2D medical images.
Robots help patients manage chronic illness at home
Move over, Alexa and Siri. Talking Mabu robot provides one-to-one support while relaying information to doctors.
Startup uses virtual reality to help seniors re-engage with the world
Rendever’s VR platform brings new experiences and fond memories to aging adults in nursing homes.
Using machine learning to estimate risk of cardiovascular death
CSAIL system uses a patient's ECG signal to estimate potential for cardiovascular death.
Detecting patients’ pain levels via their brain signals
System could help with diagnosing and treating noncommunicative patients.
A tech intervention to tame tuberculosis
An interactive program using mobile phones helps more patients conclude treatment successfully.
Ultrathin 3-D-printed films convert energy of one form into another
Low-cost “piezoelectric” films produce voltage, could be used for flexible electronic components and more.
Legatum Center announces 2019-20 fellowship class
The fellowship is MIT’s capstone program for student-entrepreneurs seeking high impact in emerging markets.