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.
Method may help myeloma patients avoid painful biopsies
Microfluidic device isolates plasma cells from blood rather than bone marrow.
Multi-university effort will advance materials, define the future of mobility
With support from the Toyota Research Institute, MIT faculty will focus on next-generation energy storage.
Researchers “iron out” graphene’s wrinkles
New technique produces highly conductive graphene wafers.
Annual CEE research showcase highlights diversity of research across department
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering’s Research Speed Dating Day brings community together to inspire new ideas.
Stretching the boundaries of neural implants
Rubbery, multifunctional fibers could be used to study spinal cord neurons and potentially restore function.
Study: NIH funding generates large numbers of private-sector patents
New research shows large spillover from the lab to commercial activity.
3Q: J. Phillip Thompson on revitalizing Central Brooklyn
Advisor to $1.4 billion state plan sees health care as foundation for “Vital Brooklyn.”
A faster single-pixel camera
New technique greatly reduces the number of exposures necessary for “lensless imaging.”
Maria Zuber: Federal government has unique role in supporting scientific discovery
MIT vice president for research and chair of National Science Board testifies before Congress.
App screens for arrhythmia using smartphone camera
Startup develops app to detect irregular heartbeats that can cause strokes.
Progress toward a Zika vaccine
Researchers program RNA nanoparticles that could protect against the virus.