New bioadhesive strategy can prevent fibrous encapsulation around device implants on peripheral nerves Inspired by traditional acupuncture, the approach has potential to impact all implantable bioelectronic devices, enabling applications such as hypertension mitigation. December 3, 2025
MIT chemists synthesize a fungal compound that holds promise for treating brain cancer Preliminary studies find derivatives of the compound, known as verticillin A, can kill some types of glioma cells. December 3, 2025
Noninvasive imaging could replace finger pricks for people with diabetes MIT engineers show they can accurately measure blood glucose by shining near-infrared light on the skin. December 3, 2025
Inaugural UROP mixer draws hundreds of students eager to gain research experience The Institute will commit up to $1 million in new funding to increase supply of UROPs. December 2, 2025
Artificial tendons give muscle-powered robots a boost The new design from MIT engineers could pump up many biohybrid builds. December 1, 2025
MIT scientists debut a generative AI model that could create molecules addressing hard-to-treat diseases BoltzGen generates protein binders for any biological target from scratch, expanding AI’s reach from understanding biology toward engineering it. November 25, 2025
Unlocking ammonia as a fuel source for heavy industry Four MIT alumni say their startup, Amogy, has the technology to help decarbonize maritime shipping, power generation, manufacturing, and more. November 25, 2025
Quantum modeling for breakthroughs in materials science and sustainable energy Quantum chemist Ernest Opoku is working on computational methods to study how electrons behave as a School of Science Dean’s Postdoctoral Fellow. November 19, 2025
A new take on carbon capture Mantel, founded by MIT alumni, developed a system that captures CO2 from factories and power plants while delivering steam to customers. November 19, 2025
MIT Energy Initiative conference spotlights research priorities amidst a changing energy landscape Industry leaders agree collaboration is key to advancing critical technologies. November 18, 2025