TESS discovers three new planets nearby, including temperate “sub-Neptune”
Planetary system orbiting an unusually quiet star is ideal for future habitability searches.
Neuroscientists identify brain region linked to altered social interactions in autism model
In a mouse model, restoring activity of a specific forebrain region reverses social traits associated with autism.
Seeking new physics, scientists borrow from social networks
Technique can spot anomalous particle smashups that may point to phenomena beyond the Standard Model.
Biologists and mathematicians team up to explore tissue folding
An algorithm developed to study the structure of galaxies helps explain a key feature of embryonic development.
Hydration sensor could improve dialysis
Noninvasive device could benefit patients with kidney disease, congestive heart failure, or dehydration.
Tuna are spawning in marine protected areas
Despite being highly migratory, tuna may benefit from ocean sanctuaries, study finds.
Uncovering the riches of traditional global medicine
Researchers solve how the kava plant produces its pain-relieving and anti-anxiety molecules, demonstrate an extensible method to scale and optimize production.
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.
Genetic study takes research on sex differences to new heights
Differences in male and female gene expression, including those contributing to height differences, found throughout the body in humans and other mammals.
Behind the scenes of the Apollo mission at MIT
From making the lunar landings possible to interpreting the meaning of the moon rocks, the Institute was a vital part of history.
Unmasking mutant cancer cells
A new dosing regimen for an old cancer drug shows new promise as an immunotherapy.
How does your productivity stack up?
Survey results and research by MIT Sloan’s Bob Pozen reveal common habits and skills among highly productive managers.
How expectation influences perception
Neuroscientists find brain activity patterns that encode our beliefs and affect how we interpret the world around us.
Automated system generates robotic parts for novel tasks
When designing actuators involves too many variables for humans to test by hand, this system can step in.
New CRISPR platform expands RNA editing capabilities
The new system, dubbed RESCUE, allows RNA edits to be made that were not previously possible.