A study found that children from less affluent families may have brains with lower reward sensitivity, potentially impacting neurodevelopment and motivation.

MIT researchers have developed a self-powered sensor that exploits magnetic energy, offering maintenance and diagnostics advantages in locations like ship engines without the need for batteries or wiring.

Scientists at MIT and Yale have discovered that a drug candidate, initially for cancer, shows potential as a treatment for polycystic kidney disease by shrinking kidney cysts.

Diabetes medications Wegovy and Zepbound, originally for blood sugar control, gain FDA approval as obesity treatments, offering significant weight loss benefits.

Harvard researchers found a genetic link between being a morning person and an increased risk for anorexia nervosa, challenging traditional notions of eating disorders.

MIT chemists have developed a cobalt-free cathode for lithium-ion batteries, potentially addressing the environmental and social issues linked to cobalt mining.

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell reaches settlements with three temporary nurse staffing agencies for overcharging long-term care facilities.

Researchers from UMass Amherst and Seattle Children's Research Institute discovered how prior exposure to similar bacteria affects immune responses to tuberculosis, hinting at possible advancements in TB defense strategies.

A graduate student, Amanda Lee, and astronomers discovered molecular clouds crucial for star formation at the edges of galaxy M83, challenging prevailing theories about star birth locations.

MIT and Vanderbilt researchers discovered a consistent pattern of brain wave frequencies across mammalian species, offering insights into the brain's layered cognitive functions and potential implications for neurological disorders.

Lt. Col. Jill Rahon, an Afghanistan war veteran, now studies nuclear treaty verification as a doctoral student at MIT, aiming to ensure global nuclear security.

MIT scientists, led by Professor Yogesh Surendranath, have advanced the understanding of proton-coupled electron transfer in renewable energy technology, which could improve fuel cells and hydrogen generators.

The Good Jobs Institute, founded by MIT's Zeynep Ton, promotes better jobs for frontline workers, leading to increased business profitability and reduced employee turnover.