System detects errors when medication is self-administered
Wireless sensing technology could help improve patients’ technique with inhalers and insulin pens.
Traveling the world for global health solutions
After studying and working on three continents, senior Andrea Orji now seeks to become a physician, eventually working in Nigeria.
MIT.nano courses bring hands-on experimentation to virtual participants
Five courses celebrate the nanoscale, highlight technologies in photogrammetry and 360-degree videography.
The physicist and the hospital
Associate Professor Thomas Heldt finds inspiration where fundamental physical principles intersect with human health.
How to prevent short-circuiting in next-gen lithium batteries
New findings may help unleash the potential of high-powered, solid-electrolyte lithium batteries.
Study: One enzyme dictates cells’ response to a probable carcinogen
Varying levels of a DNA repair enzyme can lead to very different outcomes after exposure to NDMA.
Ultrasound has potential to damage coronaviruses, study finds
Simulations show ultrasound waves at medical imaging frequencies can cause the virus’ shell and spikes to collapse and rupture.
Understanding imperfections in fusion magnets
MIT Energy Fellow Richard Ibekwe finds flaws in high-temperature superconducting tapes so they can be measured, fixed, or embraced.
Industry, labor, and education leaders discuss the work of the future
At MIT Forefront, panelists explore ways to prepare workers and improve jobs.
Could we recycle plastic bags into fabrics of the future?
Engineers have developed self-cooling fabrics from polyethylene, a material commonly used in plastic bags.
Women in Innovation and STEM Database at MIT announces fellowship program
WISDM has selected 20 women to take part in a Story Collider communications skills training.
Linda Griffith and Douglas Lauffenburger honored for contributions to biological engineering education
Professors awarded the National Academy of Engineering's prestigious Bernard M. Gordon Prize for Innovation in Engineering and Technology Education.
2021 MacVicar Faculty Fellows named
Professors Guth, Olivetti, Short, and Yaffe are honored for exceptional undergraduate teaching.
Exploring generations of influence between South Asia and MIT
Oral history project allows MIT students to dig deep into the longstanding connection between the Institute and South Asia.
Celebrating the life of undergraduate Sergio Dominguez
A voracious learner, he fulfilled his dream of attending MIT like his hero, Tony Stark.