New technique scours the genome for genes that combat disease | MIT News
Biological engineers identify genes that protect against protein linked to Parkinson’s disease.
Oct. 12, 2017 • ~5 min
Putting projects at the forefront | MIT News
NEET pilot initiative centers around interdisciplinary projects to prepare students for the practice of engineering.
Oct. 5, 2017 • ~7 min
Department of Biology hosts its first Science Slam | MIT News
Eight biology trainees had just three minutes to explain their research and earn favor with the judges and audience in new yearly event.
Oct. 5, 2017 • ~3 min
Ten researchers from MIT and Broad receive NIH Director’s Awards | MIT News
Awards support high-risk, high-impact biomedical research.
Oct. 5, 2017 • ~4 min
Tackling the world’s challenges in the field | MIT News
MISTI media contest showcases MIT students working to build a better world.
Oct. 2, 2017 • ~3 min
Projects make inroads on global food and water challenges | MIT News
MIT researchers supported by J-WAFS present results of their work on food and water security.
Sept. 21, 2017 • ~7 min
Gene-editing technology developer Feng Zhang awarded $500,000 Lemelson-MIT Prize | MIT News
MIT associate professor and member of the Broad Institute and McGovern Institute recognized for commitment to invention, collaboration, and mentorship.
Sept. 19, 2017 • ~5 min
Mucus’ influence on bacterial behavior | MIT News
Summer Scholar Gaetana Michelet explores the role mucus plays in protecting people from getting sick.
Sept. 8, 2017 • ~2 min
Study suggests simple way to predict preterm births | MIT News
Test of cervical mucus may reveal pregnant women’s risk of going into labor too early.
Sept. 4, 2017 • ~7 min
New way to test antibiotics could lead to better drugs | MIT News
Study finds bacterial response to drugs varies in different environments.
Aug. 31, 2017 • ~5 min
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