Mapping molecular neighborhoods
Associate Professor Ernest Fraenkel uses biological network modeling to identify new targets for disease.
New microfluidic device offers means for studying electric field cancer therapy
Low-intensity fields keep malignant cells from spreading, while preserving healthy cells.
Engineers design programmable RNA vaccines
Tests in mice show the vaccines work against Ebola, influenza, and a common parasite.
Seeing RNA at the nanoscale
Microscopy technique allows scientists to pinpoint RNA molecules in the brain.
Seeing science
Workshop led by scientist and photographer Felice Frankel teaches researchers how to translate experiments into captivating images.
Microscale marine interactions may shape critical carbon cycles
New research finds interactions between microorganisms and marine particles may have significant effects on oceanic carbon cycling.
Duane Boning named LeBel Professor
A leader in the field of manufacturing and design has been appointed the Clarence J. LeBel Professor of Electrical Engineering.
“It’s okay if it breaks and blows up”
MIT’s thriving maker culture is on display in ABC network’s “BattleBots” competition.
Anne White: A passion for plasma
Physicist has a fascination for the complexities of turbulence, and how to reduce it in fusion reactors.
The Santo Domingo Family endows fellowship for Colombian graduate students
First of its kind at MIT, fellowship will cover the initial year of graduate studies for students with financial need.
New mid-infrared laser system could detect atmospheric chemicals
Laser pulses produce glowing plasma filaments in open air, could enable long-distance monitoring.
How the spleen filters blood
Computer model finds slits in the spleen impose a “physical fitness test” on red blood cells.
Tough new hydrogel hybrid doesn’t dry out
Water-based material could be used to make artificial skin, longer-lasting contact lenses.
