Using classic physical phenomena to solve new problems

Marco Graffiedi, a doctoral student in nuclear science and engineering, is researching quenching processes to help cool nuclear cores, and NASA craft the next generation of space vehicles.

Q&A: How MITHIC is fostering a culture of collaboration at MIT

A presidential initiative, the MIT Human Insight Collaborative is supporting new interdisciplinary initiatives and projects across the Institute.

Battery-powered appliances make it easy to switch from gas to electric

Founded by Sam Calisch SM ’14, PhD ’19, Copper’s electric kitchen ranges plug into standard wall outlets, with no electrical upgrades required.

Study reveals the role of geography in the opioid crisis

The findings point to state policies involving the presence of “pill mills” as influences on addiction over time.

Injectable antenna could safely power deep-tissue medical implants

The technology would allow battery-free, minimally invasive, scalable bioelectronic implants such as pacemakers, neuromodulators, and body process monitors.

Burning things to make things

Sili Deng, the Doherty Chair in Ocean Utilization and associate professor of mechanical engineering at MIT, is driving research into sustainable and efficient combustion technologies.

Study: Identifying kids who need help learning to read isn’t as easy as A, B, C

While most states mandate screenings to guide early interventions for children struggling with reading, many teachers feel underprepared to administer and interpret them.

This is your brain without sleep

New research shows attention lapses due to sleep deprivation coincide with a flushing of fluid from the brain — a process that normally occurs during sleep.

New method could improve manufacturing of gene-therapy drugs

Selective crystallization can greatly improve the purity, selectivity, and active yield of viral vector-based gene therapy drugs, MIT study finds.

The joy of life (sciences)

Mary Gallagher’s deeply rooted MIT experience and love of all life supports growth at the MIT Department of Biology.