John D. Joannopoulos wins 2015 Aneesur Rahman Prize for Computational Physics
Eminent condensed matter theorist honored by American Physical Society for "spearheading the development of ab-initio nano-photonics."
Eminent condensed matter theorist honored by American Physical Society for "spearheading the development of ab-initio nano-photonics."
New sensor can transmit information on hazardous chemicals or food spoilage to a smartphone.
Engineers computer-design the most complicated 3-D structures ever made from DNA.
Simple device now in development could speed diagnosis and improve disease tracking.
MIT graduate student Zack Cordero deforms and compacts chromium-tungsten powders to create stronger metals with nanoscale microstructure.
Yuriy Román knew that to change the future of catalysis he’d have to cross the boundary between chemical engineering and materials science.
MIT team provides theoretical roadmap to making 2-D electronics with novel properties.
Nanoparticles that enable both MRI and fluorescent imaging could monitor cancer, other diseases.
New approach may enable more stable and accurate portable atomic clocks.
Silvija Gradečak’s nanoscale work creates big-scale results that could transform energy production, storage, and lighting.
Coating prevents electrical current from damaging the digestive tract after battery ingestion.
Senior Nathan Spielberg uses 3-D printing to build everything from nanoscale chips to houses.
Metallurgist pushes grain boundaries: Nanostructured metal alloys deliver tougher materials, lower costs, and safer outcomes.