New gene regulation model provides insight into brain development
A well-known protein family binds to many more RNA sequences than previously thought in order to help neurons grow.
Sept. 8, 2020 • ~7 min
Does ride-sharing substitute for or complement public transit?
In the Chinese city of Chengdu, one-third of ride-sharing might replace public transit trips.
July 27, 2020 • ~6 min
Flatworms muscle new eyes' wiring into their brains
Peter Reddien's lab at the Whitehead Institute takes a step forward in understanding how neural circuits could be regenerated in adults.
July 8, 2020 • ~8 min
Lowering emissions without breaking the bank
New research provides a look at how India could meet its climate targets while maintaining economic growth
July 31, 2019 • ~5 min
Speeding up drug discovery for brain diseases
Whitehead Institute team finds drugs that activate a key brain gene; initial tests in cells and mice show promise for rare, untreatable neurodevelopmental disorder.
July 31, 2019 • ~6 min
Study: Democracy fosters economic growth
Researchers find vast gains in productivity after countries democratize.
March 7, 2019 • ~7 min
The city is her lab | MIT News
Siqi Zheng studies the economics of China’s urban explosion.
July 3, 2018 • ~7 min
China Venture Workshop announces first cohort | MIT News
Ten teams will collaborate with local partners, pilot solutions to urban challenges.
May 31, 2018 • ~9 min
How much does infrastructure boost an economy? | MIT News
MIT economist’s historical study details how railroads helped India trade and grow.
April 26, 2018 • ~6 min
Tata Center adds eight new projects to its 2018-2019 portfolio | MIT News
MIT principal investigators will receive funding and support for projects seeking an impact in the developing world.
April 12, 2018 • ~1 min
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