UMass Amherst researchers led a broad study of gene expression across 18 primate species' brains, seeking insights into brain evolution and possibly neurodegenerative diseases.

MIT alumnus Sebastien Mannai's company, Amplified Industries, introduced sensor tech to mitigate environmental hazards in oil operations, featuring AI monitoring and real-time response capabilities.

Astronomers observe a supermassive black hole exhibiting periodic "hiccups," suggesting interactions with a secondary black hole. This discovery in a galaxy 800 million light-years away may reshape our understanding of black hole behaviors.

MIT engineers have developed a DNA-based catalyst that efficiently converts CO2 into CO, potentially reducing emissions and aiding in the creation of profitable chemicals.

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.