A wearable ultrasound scanner could detect breast cancer earlier

The new device, which can be incorporated into a bra, could allow more frequent monitoring of patients at high risk for breast cancer.

Anne Trafton | MIT News Office • mit
July 28, 2023 ~7 min

New sensor mimics cell membrane functions

The device detects the same molecules that cell receptors do, and may enable routine early screening for cancers and other diseases.

Anne Trafton | MIT News Office • mit
July 21, 2023 ~9 min


Cutting urban carbon emissions by retrofitting buildings

Study shows that cities’ plans often won’t achieve their goals, but decarbonizing the local grid could make the difference.

Nancy W. Stauffer | MIT Energy Initiative • mit
July 13, 2023 ~20 min

Bringing the social and ethical responsibilities of computing to the forefront

The inaugural SERC Symposium convened experts from multiple disciplines to explore the challenges and opportunities that arise with the broad applicability of computing in many aspects of society.

Terri Park | MIT Schwarzman College of Computing • mit
June 8, 2023 ~12 min

Suzanne Freeman and Mariel Garcia-Montes receive 2023 Jeanne Guillemin Prize

Award from the Center for International Studies supports women pursuing doctorates in international affairs.

Michelle English | MIT Center for International Studies • mit
June 8, 2023 ~13 min

Facing up to democratic distrust

Study: False assumptions about election malfeasance could create a “death spiral” for democracy — but also provide some hope for bipartisan repair.

Peter Dizikes | MIT News Office • mit
May 30, 2023 ~8 min

Tiny diamond rotor could improve protein studies

A new way of machining microscale rotors from diamond crystal can enable ultrasensitive NMR devices for probing proteins and other materials.

David L. Chandler | MIT News Office • mit
May 24, 2023 ~10 min

Six ways MIT is taking action on climate

A variety of recent events highlighted efforts by faculty, staff, and students to make a difference today.

Caroline Perry | Office of the Vice President for Research • mit
May 22, 2023 ~9 min


That moment when you’re nodding off is a sweet spot for creativity

A new study finds people are more creative after waking from the earliest stage of sleep, especially when they are guided to dream about a particular topic.

Anne Trafton | MIT News Office • mit
May 15, 2023 ~10 min

Using reflections to see the world from new points of view

A new computer vision system turns any shiny object into a camera of sorts, enabling an observer to see around corners or beyond obstructions.

Adam Zewe | MIT News Office • mit
May 10, 2023 ~8 min

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