Environmentalist and explorer
Senior Elizabeth Rider uses atmospheric chemistry research to create international connections.
Nanoparticles open new window for biological imaging
“Quantum dots” that emit infrared light enable highly detailed images of internal body structures.
New technology can detect tiny ovarian tumors
“Synthetic biomarkers” could be used to diagnose ovarian cancer months earlier than now possible.
Tata Center adds 14 new projects to its portfolio for 2017-18
MIT principal investigators will apply cutting-edge research to the challenges of the developing world, seeking a large-scale impact.
MIT researchers launch technology evaluations for global development in Mali, India
MIT's Comprehensive Initiative on Technology Evaluation announces its latest product evaluations and global partnerships.
Exploring the impact of Margaret MacVicar’s legacy on education at MIT
Faculty and students share their perspectives on the value of undergraduate research at “Pushing Boundaries” event.
Neuroscientists identify brain circuit necessary for memory formation
New findings challenge standard model of memory consolidation.
Study helps explain varying outcomes for cancer, Down Syndrome
Differences in chromosome number may underlie variation among genetically identical individuals.
Grounded in geology
PhD student Renato Lima de Oliveira examines how a country's natural resources affect its politics and policies.
CSAIL launches artificial intelligence initiative with industry
SystemsThatLearn@CSAIL aims to develop new “human-like systems” for data science and other fields.
Institute announces new open access policy for all MIT authors
Optional license allows students, researchers, and staff to make scholarly articles freely available.
New technology could offer cheaper, faster food testing
Specialized droplets interact with bacteria and can be analyzed using a smartphone.
Seeing black holes and beyond
Through an international effort led by MIT Haystack Observatory, the ALMA array in Chile has joined a global network of radio telescopes.
MIT receives $7.5 million to enhance structural biology research
Beckman Foundation grant helps secure cryo-electron microscopy at MIT.nano facility.