New method combines imaging and sequencing to study gene function in intact tissue

The approach collects multiple types of imaging and sequencing data from the same cells, leading to new insights into mouse liver biology.

Whitehead Institute • mit
today ~9 min

Accelerating scientific discovery with AI

FutureHouse, co-founded by Sam Rodriques PhD ’19, has developed AI agents to automate key steps on the path toward scientific progress.

Zach Winn | MIT News • mit
today ~8 min


1 in 3 Florida third graders have untreated cavities – how parents can protect their children’s teeth

Florida is one of the worst states in the US when it comes to access to affordable dental care – and children are suffering as a result.

Olga Ensz, Clinical Assistant Professor of Community Dentistry, University of Florida • conversation
today ~9 min

Physical activity may help slow cognitive decline

A new study found that even increasing moderate physical activity from once to multiple times per week led to a slower rate of cognitive decline over time.

Erica Techo-U. Georgia • futurity
June 27, 2025 ~5 min

MIT and Mass General Brigham launch joint seed program to accelerate innovations in health

The MIT-MGB Seed Program, launched with support from Analog Devices Inc., will fund joint research projects that advance technology and clinical research.

Mary Beth Gallagher | Office of Innovation • mit
June 27, 2025 ~6 min

Are the medications you take safe?

In a new podcast episode, a doctor argues we need to strengthen the FDA's approval process on certain prescription drugs.

U. Chicago • futurity
June 27, 2025 ~3 min

Hope may be more important to your well-being than happiness

Researchers demonstrate that boosting hope could be a game-changer for mental health and resilience.

Eric Stann-Missouri • futurity
June 27, 2025 ~5 min

Supreme Court rules that states may deny people covered by Medicaid the freedom to choose Planned Parenthood as their health care provider

The ruling limits the rights of Medicaid patients to choose their own health care provider. It could have consequences far beyond South Carolina.

Sonia Suter, Professor of Law, George Washington University • conversation
June 27, 2025 ~10 min


Toxic algae blooms are lasting longer in Lake Erie − why that’s a worry for people and pets

The blooms have become an annual problem in the Great Lakes. DNA studies show what’s growing there and why it’s dangerous.

Gregory J. Dick, Professor of Biology, University of Michigan • conversation
June 26, 2025 ~10 min

Toxic algae blooms are lasting longer than before in Lake Erie − why that’s a worry for people and pets

The risk of harmful algal blooms can be reduced. The biggest drivers of the increase are farm fertilizer and climate change.

Gregory J. Dick, Professor of Biology, University of Michigan • conversation
June 26, 2025 ~10 min

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