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.

MIT researchers developed a method to adjust the electronic properties of Weyl semimetals with precision, potentially benefiting quantum computing and superconductivity.

MIT chemists have devised a new method to synthesize complex plant-derived molecules for potential pharmaceutical use.

MIT researchers have developed a new tool for assessing the environmental impact of US road infrastructure, which could reduce emissions by optimizing material choices and maintenance strategies.

MIT spinout Sublime Systems creates a sustainable cement alternative, using electrochemistry to reduce CO2 emissions. Their product matches traditional cement strength and was used in Boston's largest net-zero commercial building.

A study from Harvard suggests lightning might have helped create life on Earth by turning inert gases into reactive compounds, offering new insights into the origin of life.

An MIT study shows a significant decline in commercial aviation fatalities, with the risk decreasing from 1 in 7.9 million in 2008-2017 to 1 in 13.7 million in 2018-2022.