MIT researchers developed a new cathode material for lithium-ion batteries, promising low-cost, high-energy storage particularly useful for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.

MIT researchers have developed an algorithm enhancing quantum computing's ability to break encryption, merging speed with memory efficiency, a step towards practical quantum factoring.

The MIT study examined the effects of fasting on intestinal stem cells and cancer risk in mice, revealing both regeneration benefits and potential for increased tumor development.

A Harvard-affiliated study suggests a 20% increased risk of cognitive decline in individuals after experiencing shingles, particularly among older demographics and men with the APOE4 gene.

MIT engineers have developed a new theory to improve the design and operation of wind farms, potentially optimizing turbine efficiency and energy output.

The article examines a study by MIT researchers which suggests that the complexity of legal language, or "legalese," offers a sense of authority and tradition in law.

MIT researchers have identified a method to make metals used in fusion reactors more durable, addressing a significant challenge in developing carbon-free energy.

UMass Amherst biologists may have found key genes to help the Cavendish banana survive a deadly fungal disease, offering strategies to combat the pathogen.

MIT engineers have created a tiny battery for cell-sized robots, which could advance micro-robotics in diverse applications like medical drug delivery and pipeline leak detection.

MIT and Brigham and Women’s Hospital researchers have developed an implantable device to detect and counteract opioid overdoses by administering naloxone.

Research indicates that 40Hz sensory stimulation might preserve brain white matter, offering potential benefits for Alzheimer's and myelin loss patients.

UMass Amherst scientists identified a key regulator in protein folding, finding a "hot spot" critical for the process which could lead to new drug treatments.

The Cambridge Science Festival is set to return in September 2024 with a diverse range of over 200 events, emphasizing human interaction and innovation, under the new direction of Michael John Gorman.