MIT’s top research stories of 2023
It has been another prolific year for MIT’s research community in 2023.
As we close out the year, MIT News looks back at some of our most...
New material could revolutionize hydrogen-based batteries and fuel cells
In a significant scientific advancement, researchers at the RIKEN Cluster for Pioneering Research in Japan, led by Genki Kobayashi, have created a new material...
MIT scientists 3D print self-heating microfluidic devices
At the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), scientists are paving the way for a medical revolution.
They've developed a new method to 3D print tiny...
Scientists find way to stop degradation of solar cell material perovskite
In a significant leap for solar energy, researchers at Georgia Tech have found a way to stop a key material in solar cells from...
Engineers create a safer, high-performance sodium battery
In the world of batteries, lithium-ion has been king, but it's not without its problems.
One major issue is that lithium, a key ingredient, isn't...
Lung-like design boosts fuel cell efficiency, shows study
Scientists from the University of Seville and the Paul Scherrer Institute have made an exciting leap in energy technology.
Inspired by nature, specifically the human...
Innovative crab shell and seaweed mix could replace plastic wraps
In science, an exciting development is taking place that could change how we use everyday items like plastic wrap.
Researchers have discovered a new way...
Voyager 1 has another problem with its computer system
For more than 46 years, the Voyager 1 probe has been traveling through space.
On August 25th, 2012, it became the first spacecraft to cross...
Scientists find way to weld metal foam without melting its bubbles
At North Carolina State University, a team of researchers has made an exciting breakthrough in the field of materials engineering.
They have discovered a new...
Scientists find way to improve the batteries’ energy storage and durability
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular, but their batteries need to last longer and charge more times to make a difference.
Researchers at the...