Adhesive coatings can prevent scarring around medical implants

New adhesive hydrogel coatings could prolong the lifespan of pacemakers, drug delivery depots, and other medical devices.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
May 22, 2024 ~7 min

Study: Under extreme impacts, metals get stronger when heated

The unexpected finding could be important for designing spacecraft shielding or in high-speed machining applications.

David L. Chandler | MIT News • mit
May 22, 2024 ~7 min


Robotic palm mimics human touch

MIT CSAIL researchers enhance robotic precision with sophisticated tactile sensors in the palm and agile fingers, setting the stage for improvements in human-robot interaction and prosthetic technology.

Rachel Gordon | MIT CSAIL • mit
May 20, 2024 ~6 min

Researchers develop a detector for continuously monitoring toxic gases

The material could be made as a thin coating to analyze air quality in industrial or home settings over time.

David L. Chandler | MIT News • mit
May 17, 2024 ~6 min

Elaine Liu: Charging ahead

The MIT senior calculates how renewables and EVs impact the grid.

Deborah Halber | MIT Energy Initiative • mit
May 16, 2024 ~8 min

New tool empowers users to fight online misinformation

The Trustnet browser extension lets individuals assess the accuracy of any content on any website.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
May 16, 2024 ~7 min

Scientists use generative AI to answer complex questions in physics

A new technique that can automatically classify phases of physical systems could help scientists investigate novel materials.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
May 16, 2024 ~8 min

Repurposed beer yeast may offer a cost-effective way to remove lead from water

A filter made from yeast encapsulated in hydrogels can quickly absorb lead as water flows through it.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
May 15, 2024 ~8 min


Robotic “SuperLimbs” could help moonwalkers recover from falls

A new MIT system could help astronauts conserve energy and extend missions on the lunar surface.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
May 15, 2024 ~8 min

Using ideas from game theory to improve the reliability of language models

A new “consensus game,” developed by MIT CSAIL researchers, elevates AI’s text comprehension and generation skills.

Rachel Gordon | MIT CSAIL • mit
May 14, 2024 ~8 min

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