Graduate student Lyonel Tanganco investigates how to improve public policy interventions and address challenges in nutrition, climate, and development.

This discovery points toward new combination strategies against cancer, and may explain the iron buildup seen in disorders such as early-onset Parkinson’s disease.

Researchers explore how a key factor can mitigate or promote tuberculosis transmission.

MIT researchers’ approach, which uses naturally occurring sugars as antifreeze, could make it easier for hospitals to deploy this type of cancer treatment.

MIT researchers’ approach, which uses naturally occurring sugars as antifreeze, could make it easier for hospitals to deploy this type of cancer treatment.

Shannon Knight, a brain and cognitive sciences PhD candidate and McGovern Institute researcher, focuses on developing a novel gene therapy.

A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.

A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.

MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.

A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.

A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.

Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.

Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.

Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.

The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.

Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.

The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.

MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.

Researchers developed an auditing technique to test generative AI models for malicious capabilities, without prompting them for illegal outputs.

The new aerated material could enable longer-lasting bandages, implants, and wearable sensors.

During a "Washington Post Live" panel discussion with ASU President Michael Crow, President Sally Kornbluth explored how universities are preparing the next generation of scientists to lead in America’s rapidly changing technological landscape.

The new technology, which generates high-resolution, 3D images of breast tissue, requires no expertise to operate and could be used at home.

Cell biologist Whitney Henry and immunologist Harikesh Wong will receive four years of flexible funding to advance early-career research on ferroptosis and immune decision-making.

Cell biologist Whitney Henry and immunologist Harikesh Wong will receive four years of flexible funding to advance early-career research on ferroptosis and immune decision-making.

“Scientific American” showcases the history and future of America’s scientific engine, highlighting promising young scientists and icons at MIT and beyond.

Ten faculty members have been granted tenure in five units across MIT’s School of Engineering.

Researchers developed an optical nanosensor to rapidly detect a key gut biomarker, enabling faster, accessible screening.

After being swallowed, the devices could offer continuous monitoring of patients who are sick or at risk of hypothermia.

From Boston to Moscow and across the U.S., Harriet Latham Robinson SM ’61, PhD ’65 has balanced an exciting career at the forefront of molecular biology with family, friends, and adventure.

Their new gel-like drug formulation can coat the esophageal lining and release drugs that could help treat inflammatory conditions affecting the esophagus.

Thomas Levenson’s new book shows how arguments against vaccination reach back to the beginning of the technology itself.

MIT researchers have designed an ultrasound system that creates a real-time 3D representation of the object being imaged.

MIT researchers have designed an ultrasound system that creates a real-time 3D representation of the object being imaged.

The adjuvant can help the injectable polio vaccine induce a strong immune response in the GI tract, which is considered critical to eradicating the virus.

The new design could offer a surgery-free alternative to traditional cardiac implants.

Using a catheter coated with carbon nanotubes, researchers can detect biomarkers produced by cancer cells in the bladder.

Computational neuroscientist Sven Dorkenwald and cell biologist Whitney Henry, along with two MIT alumni, are recognized for their exceptional early-career research contributions.

MIT faculty member in electrical engineering and computer science to focus on innovation in engineering education and new pedagogical approaches.

Researchers can now use custom-built microscopy and nanotechnology to tag and follow the activity of individual proteins in real-time.

Researchers can now use custom-built microscopy and nanotechnology to tag and follow the activity of individual proteins in real-time.

The MIT Marble Center for Cancer Nanomedicine looks back at 10 years of turning big ideas about nanotechnology into transformative advances for cancer patients.

The MIT Marble Center for Cancer Nanomedicine looks back at 10 years of turning big ideas about nanotechnology into transformative advances for cancer patients.

The professor of medical engineering and science is honored for medical research that has led to better treatments for cardiovascular disease.

Using immune-remodeling mRNA molecules, researchers generated T cells that can slow tumor growth and, in some cases, eradicate tumors.

Using immune-remodeling mRNA molecules, researchers generated T cells that can slow tumor growth and, in some cases, eradicate tumors.

Founded by Jake Donoghue PhD ’19 and former MIT researcher Jarrett Revels, the company is creating an AI-driven platform to help diagnose and treat disease.

Long thought to be mainly a structural support, the cell membrane also influences how cells respond to signals and may contribute to the growth of cancer cells.

A new study suggests that the chemical NDMA is much more likely to cause cancerous mutations after exposure early in life.

A backup survival pathway can help tumor cells resist certain lung cancer and other drugs. Combining therapies may offer a solution.