Scientists create tiny scaffolds to help cells heal
Every person is made up of billions of cells, the tiny building blocks of our bodies.
These cells work together to keep us alive, supported...
New microwave radar technology could detect hidden moisture in walls
Moisture trapped inside a home’s walls can cause big problems.
It creates the perfect conditions for mold to grow, damages building materials, reduces energy efficiency,...
MIT’s top research stories of 2024
MIT’s research community had another year full of scientific and technological advances in 2024.
To celebrate the achievements of the past twelve months, MIT News highlights some...
EV batteries may last years longer than expected, thanks to real-world driving habits
Electric vehicle (EV) owners might get more mileage out of their batteries than previously thought.
A new study from Stanford University and the SLAC National...
Tiny wireless antennas use light to unlock the secrets of cellular communication
Scientists at MIT have developed a groundbreaking technology that uses tiny, wireless antennas to monitor how cells communicate.
These antennas, called OCEANs (organic electro-scattering antennas),...
MIT’s new stacked chip design could revolutionize computing
The electronics industry is facing a challenge: it’s running out of space to pack more transistors onto computer chips.
To solve this, chip manufacturers are...
Pocket-powered charging: New wireless tech changes the game
Imagine charging your phone simply by keeping it in your pocket—no cables, no docks, and no need to position it just right.
Thanks to groundbreaking...
Scientists create floating drones with water-skimming teeth to capture microplastics
Microplastic pollution is a growing concern, as tiny plastic particles have been found everywhere—from tap water to oceans, lakes, and rivers.
These tiny particles, which...
Scientists find new way to transform aluminum waste into high-value alloys
A groundbreaking method developed by researchers at the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) offers a way to turn scrap aluminum into...
Scientists develop body-heat powered film for next-gen wearable devices
A team of researchers, led by Queensland University of Technology (QUT), has created an ultra-thin, flexible film that can convert body heat into electricity.
This...