New filter captures and recycles aluminum from manufacturing waste

MIT engineers designed a nanofiltration process that could make aluminum production more efficient while reducing hazardous waste.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
Jan. 7, 2025 ~8 min

Will AI revolutionize drug development? Researchers explain why it depends on how it’s used

Researchers have applied AI to every step of the drug development process. But this might not be enough to design safe and effective drugs.

Christian Macedonia, Adjunct Professor in Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Michigan • conversation
Jan. 3, 2025 ~9 min


MIT spinout Commonwealth Fusion Systems unveils plans for the world’s first fusion power plant

The company has announced that it will build the first grid-scale fusion power plant in Chesterfield County, Virginia.

Zach Winn | MIT News • mit
Dec. 17, 2024 ~6 min

Vaccine misinformation distorts science – a biochemist explains how RFK Jr. and his lawyer’s claims threaten public health

Many claims about the dangers of vaccines come from misrepresenting scientific research papers.

Mark R. O'Brian, Professor and Chair of Biochemistry, University at Buffalo • conversation
Dec. 17, 2024 ~9 min

Why Scottish salmon’s rebrand may end up harming the integrity of a top export and hurting producers

Dropping the word “farmed” from its name could cause a backlash if moves to produce more fish damage quality.

ManMohan S. Sodhi, Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management, City St George's, University of London • conversation
Dec. 13, 2024 ~9 min

Enabling a circular economy in the built environment

A better understanding of construction industry stakeholders’ motivations can lead to greater adoption of circular practices.

CK Taylor | Climate and Sustainability Consortium • mit
Dec. 11, 2024 ~9 min

A new biodegradable material to replace certain microplastics

MIT chemical engineers designed an environmentally friendly alternative to the microbeads used in some health and beauty products.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
Dec. 6, 2024 ~7 min

A new catalyst can turn methane into something useful

MIT chemical engineers have devised a way to capture methane, a potent greenhouse gas, and convert it into polymers.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
Dec. 4, 2024 ~6 min


Fast fashion may seem cheap, but it’s taking a costly toll on the planet − and on millions of young customers

The industry has a reputation for pollution and waste, but it has psychological effects as well.

Paula M. Carbone, Professor of Clinical Education, University of Southern California • conversation
Nov. 21, 2024 ~8 min

Countries spend huge sums on fossil fuel subsidies – why they’re so hard to eliminate

Countries have promised to reduce their fossil fuel subsidies to fight climate change, but it’s harder to do than it looks. An energy law expert explains the challenges.

Bruce Huber, Professor of Law, University of Notre Dame • conversation
Nov. 12, 2024 ~9 min

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