Prions play key role in yeast survival and evolution
For the first time, researchers find prions in wild strains of yeast, and show they can help the organisms withstand stress.
Jaenisch receives Medal of Science at White House ceremony
Among 12 honored by President Barack Obama on Friday.
Whitehead member, biology professor Rudolf Jaenisch wins National Medal of Science
Honored for work on gene expression, stem cells.
Two from MIT named 2011 Pew Scholars in the Biomedical Sciences
Physicist Jeff Gore and biologist Mary Gehring receive the prestigious award for their innovative research.
MIT biologist David Bartel elected to the National Academy of Sciences
Ten MIT alumni also among this year’s new members
New American Academy of Arts and Sciences fellows include 4 from MIT
Gates, Page, Shor and Stewart among 212 new members.
Jaenisch to receive MGH's Warren Triennial Prize
Whitehead member, biology professor wins prize alongside Kyoto University professor.
Lindquist receives National Medal of Science
President Obama presents nation’s top science awards at White House ceremony Wednesday.
Susan Lindquist wins National Medal of Science
The Whitehead Institute member and MIT biology professor is one of 10 chosen to receive the top U.S. science honor.
Making stem-cell therapy a reality
In Killian Award lecture, Rudolf Jaenisch outlines progress and possibilities for treating human disease with stem cells.
Y chromosomes evolving rapidly
By comparing human and chimpanzee Y chromosome sequences, Whitehead Institute geneticists show the Y is undergoing swift change.
