Nanoscale mechanics could enable brain-inspired computing A new device uses reconfigurable motion to mimic the firing behavior of a neuron, which could lead to more efficient computing. September 16, 2026
MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials Atlas Building Composites is commercializing MIT research to turn plastic waste into parts for buildings and other infrastructure. September 14, 2026
Marine bacteria team up to break down one of the ocean's toughest carbon-storing molecules Researchers reveal how communities of marine bacteria divide the task of degrading fucoidan, a key player in ocean carbon storage. September 14, 2026
Lifesaving Lincoln Laboratory device wins 2026 Excellence in Technology Transfer Award The handheld catheterization device AI-GUIDE, created by Lincoln Laboratory and Massachusetts General Hospital, promises improved health outcomes for injured service members and civilians. September 11, 2026
Injectable nanodevices could provide effective treatment for drug-resistant glioblastoma MIT researchers show implanted nanoantennas can be activated wirelessly to kill brain cancer cells without damage to healthy tissue. September 9, 2026
An electrochemical approach turns ammonia into pure hydrogen An MIT team has demonstrated a more efficient way to extract pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen carrier molecules. September 9, 2026
New method allows scientists to follow gene activity over time in the same cells In the new method, cells package and export their RNA, enabling researchers to sequence and analyze the RNA without killing the cells. September 4, 2026
Fabrication platform could enable flexible, transparent next-generation photonic chips This scalable process produces high-performance chips for applications like discreet wearables or pliable augmented-reality displays. September 3, 2026
New qubit architecture enables faster, more accurate operations This advance could be a big step toward developing a scalable, practical quantum computer. September 3, 2026
Building foundations that last Assistant Professor Iwnetim Abate creates space for ambitious research and sustainable growth for his graduate students. September 2, 2026