Using AI to reduce the risk of HIV
Researchers at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences have developed an AI system that can identify the people within a social network who can most effectively promote information about HIV prevention to their peers.
Feb. 19, 2021 • ~6 min
Seasonal changes in UV may increase spread of COVID-19
Seasonal changes in UV may alter the spread of COVID but not as much as social distancing.
Dec. 16, 2020 • ~5 min
New technique could treat cancer metastasis
Delivering immune-stimulating nanoparticles to the lungs via red blood cells halts tumor growth in mice.
Nov. 16, 2020 • ~10 min
A textile that can change and remember its shape
SEAS researchers have developed a material made from recycled wool can be 3D-printed into any shape and pre-programmed with reversible shape memory.
Sept. 4, 2020 • ~6 min
Student-developed device predicts avocado ripeness
With the goal of reducing food waste, a student-developed device predicts when an avocado will be ripe
July 23, 2020 • ~7 min
Red blood cells could generate immune response via vaccines
New platform technology uses red blood cells to generate targeted immune responses in mice
July 13, 2020 • ~8 min
New nanofiber protects against extreme temperatures, projectiles
Harvard University researchers, in collaboration with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center and West Point, have developed a lightweight, multifunctional nanofiber material that can protect wearers from both extreme temperatures and ballistic threats.
June 29, 2020 • ~8 min
Researchers demonstrate the missing link for a quantum internet
Harvard and MIT researchers have found a way to correct for signal loss with a prototype quantum node that can catch, store, and entangle bits of quantum information. The research is the missing link toward a practical quantum internet.
April 14, 2020 • ~8 min
SEAS students develop customized videoconferencing platform
With the move to online classes, a group of Harvard students quickly formed a team and collaborated over spring break to develop Congregate, a web platform that enables users to host events or gatherings that are broken into many dynamically generated conversation rooms.
April 10, 2020 • ~6 min
Harvard labs share personal protective equipment
As University facilities close, faculty and staff gather gear to pass along amid a nationwide shortage.
March 25, 2020 • ~4 min
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