Synthetic biology technique could make it safer to put engineered microbes to work outside the lab.

Team re-engineers system to dramatically cut down on editing errors; improvements advance future human applications.

Berggren, Bertschinger, Fink, and Zue are among those recognized for efforts toward advancing science.

PhD student Abe Weintraub helps identify when DNA folding is helpful, and when it might cause cancer.

Biochemist who graduated from MIT in 1968 is honored for his work on DNA repair mechanisms.

MIT scientists identify and map the protein behind a light-sensing mechanism.

CRISPR-Cpf1 offers simpler approach to editing DNA; technology could disrupt scientific and commercial landscape.

With a new DARPA contract, biological engineer Christopher Voigt aims to harness the power of living cells.

Engineered viruses could combat human disease and improve food safety.

Protein-based sensor could detect viral infection or kill cancer cells.