Detecting whether a heart attack has occurred
New implantable sensor finds telltale signs; technology could also be adapted to monitor cancer and other diseases.
Three MIT engineers named to the National Academy of Engineering
Several alumni also elected among 68 new members announced today
New way to grow microwires
Researchers find simple, inexpensive method to produce silicon wires for sensors, batteries and solar cells.
Anne Mayes, former materials science professor, dies at 46
'Fiercely dedicated to MIT students,' she established fellowship prior to leaving the Institute.
Hidden in plain sight
A new approach to invisibility cloaking gets much closer to the science-fiction version, using simple and inexpensive materials.
Electrifying transportation: Devil is in the details
MIT symposium finds electric vehicle technology capabilities are way ahead of policy and infrastructure needs.
Research update: How to tame hammering droplets
MIT research uncovers new process relating to the way drops of water spread after striking a surface.
How liquids behave
Researchers identify a fundamental property of how water and other liquids move at different temperatures.
Selection by size and substance
Technique could produce filters that select molecules according to their chemical properties and dimensions.
Graphene electrodes for organic solar cells
Researchers identify technique that could make a new kind of solar photovoltaic panel practical.
A new approach to bladder-disease treatment
Implanted device can release slow, steady dose of medicine over extended period, removing the need for repeated procedures.
Frost-free planes: back to the drawing board
Research from MIT and GE demonstrates that a proposed passive solution for preventing ice on wings won’t work — but suggests an alternative.
A decade of OCW benefits: Resources for real world solutions
Megan Brewster used OCW to design a small-scale plastics recycling program in Guatemala.
Understanding shape-shifting polymers
MIT analysis should enable easier design for biomedical uses of plastic materials that have a shape memory.
Chiang, Lester appointed to DOE energy advisory committee
Professors will provide advice and expertise on clean-energy issues under the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.