Digital kiosks by Soofa in various cities collect data from smartphones without users’ knowledge, raising privacy concerns despite the company's commitment to making cities smarter.

MIT engineers developed a 3D method to study the mechanics of landslides and earthquakes, focusing on granular materials; a technique offering insights into predicting such natural disasters.

A Harvard study found no link between the antiseizure drug topiramate taken during pregnancy and autism in children but confirmed its association with oral clefts.

The FDA proposes a ban on electrical stimulation devices (ESDs) used to curb harmful behaviors in the disabled, citing substantial risks. Only one facility is known to use ESDs currently.

MIT engineers have developed a system enabling household robots to adapt to errors mid-task, using large language models for better autonomy and efficiency.

A Harvard Law School panel discussed psychedelics' role in addiction treatment, with recovery coach Mark Guckel and others urging caution and calling for research amid legal challenges.

MIT and Mayo Clinic researchers identify cellular and molecular similarities between ALS and FTLD, suggesting potential for shared treatment strategies.

Surgeons at Massachusetts General Hospital performed the first successful transplant of a genetically-edited pig kidney into a human, potentially easing organ shortages.

This article emphasizes the need for anti-obesity treatments to focus on fat loss without sacrificing muscle mass, as highlighted by Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford from Harvard Medical School.

Scientists at MIT and the University of Helsinki found a protein in human sweat that may protect against Lyme disease, with variances influencing susceptibility. This discovery could lead to new preventive measures or treatments for the disease.

Boston University reports an uptick in students using ChatGPT, with some using it for cheating, prompting discussions around academic integrity and potential policy updates.

MIT researchers developed a new navigation algorithm for robots that allows for efficient obstacle avoidance and path selection in uncertain environments, which could aid in tasks like search-and-rescue or space exploration.

The study finds managed livestock grazing could boost soil carbon sequestration, with proper herd sizes being crucial to prevent soil erosion and carbon loss.