MIT researchers using AI have discovered promising new antibiotics effective against MRSA, signaling progress in the fight against drug-resistant bacteria.

MIT researchers have created a new technique that gives animators more control over character movement, potentially revolutionizing the animation industry.

University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers have discovered a potential method to inhibit antibiotic-resistant bacteria by interfering with their invasion mechanisms, which could prevent the development of resistance.

The study by an MIT economist suggests colon cancer screenings reduce cancer risk by 0.5%, which is double previous estimates, underscoring the importance of actual screenings over invitations.

Researchers at MIT and the Chinese University of Hong Kong improved optical device production using a machine learning-based method, enhancing alignment with design specs.

MIT scientists created a new therapy using lipid nanoparticles to reduce neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's, showing potential in early tests on human cells and mice.

UMass Amherst study links household chemical exposure to lower pregnancy chances, with phthalates in items like makeup and vinyl flooring prolonging time to conceive.

An older adult died in a Raynham fire, with officials highlighting the absence of working smoke alarms at the scene. Investigations point to an accidental origin, emphasizing the need for fire safety.

MIT scientists developed a machine-learning model to rapidly predict chemical reaction transition states, a task previously difficult and time-consuming.

MIT researchers' study on deep neural networks shows a strong similarity to human auditory processing, which could improve hearing aids and other auditory devices.

Two women from New York were charged with stealing over 4,600 gift cards from a Braintree pharmacy, believed to be part of a larger scam ring that drains card values quickly.

A gene-editing trial targeting high cholesterol showed promise, reducing LDL levels by up to 55%, but the safety and long-term effects remain concerns. The trial had a small sample size and did not have a control group.

MIT mathematicians replicated quantum behavior in a macro-scale experiment with silicone oil droplets, offering new insights into quantum mechanics with potential technological applications.