Vaccination by inhalation Delivering vaccines directly to the lungs can boost immune responses to respiratory infections or lung cancer, study finds. March 19, 2021
Chemists gain new insights into the behavior of water in an influenza virus channel Research on how water behaves in a proton channel provides possible new avenues for flu treatment. March 18, 2021
MIT.nano courses bring hands-on experimentation to virtual participants Five courses celebrate the nanoscale, highlight technologies in photogrammetry and 360-degree videography. March 17, 2021
Ultrasound has potential to damage coronaviruses, study finds Simulations show ultrasound waves at medical imaging frequencies can cause the virus’ shell and spikes to collapse and rupture. March 16, 2021
How to prevent short-circuiting in next-gen lithium batteries New findings may help unleash the potential of high-powered, solid-electrolyte lithium batteries. March 16, 2021
Could we recycle plastic bags into fabrics of the future? Engineers have developed self-cooling fabrics from polyethylene, a material commonly used in plastic bags. March 15, 2021
Faster drug discovery through machine learning New technique speeds up calculations of drug molecules’ binding affinity to proteins. March 15, 2021
Microsystems Annual Research Conference goes virtual, preserves human touch Student committee delivers interactive conference on microsystems and nanoscience. March 3, 2021
Researchers introduce a new generation of tiny, agile drones The technology could boost aerial robots’ repertoire, allowing them to operate in cramped spaces and withstand collisions. March 2, 2021
Chemists boost boron’s utility A strategy for preventing boron-containing compounds from breaking down could help medicinal chemists design new drugs. March 2, 2021
