Living sensors at your fingertips
Cell-infused gloves and bandages light up when in contact with certain chemicals.
Sensor traces dopamine released by single cells
New technology could help neuroscientists understand how dopamine influences brain activity.
Wearable AI system can detect a conversation's tone
Coupled with audio and vital-sign data, deep-learning system could someday serve as a “social coach” for people with anxiety or Asperger’s.
Fadel Adib joins Media Lab faculty
Adib is directing a new research group at the Media Lab, aiming to uncover, analyze, and engineer natural and human-made networks.
Smart city fixtures
Startup brings solar-powered, phone-charging park benches and digital signs to cities worldwide.
New sensors can detect single protein molecules
Modified carbon nanotubes could be used to track protein production by individual cells.
A glimpse into the workings of the baby brain
MRI scans reveal surprising similarities in activity patterns of infant and adult visual cortex.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory garners six 2016 R&D 100 Awards
Innovations in air traffic safety, biomedical devices, and magnetic field detection earn accolades.
Nanobionic spinach plants can detect explosives
After sensing dangerous chemicals, the carbon-nanotube-enhanced plants send an alert.
Detecting emotions with wireless signals
Measuring your heartbeat and breath, CSAIL device can tell if you’re excited, happy, angry, or sad.
An autonomous fleet for Amsterdam
MIT, AMS Institute will collaborate to solve complex urban problems for Amsterdam with the development of autonomous "roboats."
Taking on gender gaps in health care and technology
Graduate student Alicia Chong Rodriguez uses her engineering skills to empower women.
Needles that hit the right mark
New sensor could help anesthesiologists place needles for epidurals and other medical procedures.