Moving perovskite advancements from the lab to the manufacturing floor U.S. Department of Energy selects MIT to establish collaborative research center for optimizing the development of tandem solar modules. April 20, 2023
Nanoparticles provoke immune response against tumors but avoid side effects In a new study, immunostimulatory drugs slowed tumor growth without producing systemic inflammation. April 19, 2023
Wearable patch can painlessly deliver drugs through the skin Using ultrasonic waves that propel drug molecules into the skin, the patch could be used to treat a variety of skin conditions. April 19, 2023
Even as temperatures rise, this hydrogel material keeps absorbing moisture MIT engineers identified an unusually absorbent material that could be used for passive cooling or water harvesting in warm climates. April 18, 2023
MIT engineers devise technology to prevent fouling in photobioreactors for CO2 capture Applying a small voltage to the walls of algae growing tanks can prevent cloudy buildup and allow more photosynthesis to happen. April 13, 2023
A new peptide may hold potential as an Alzheimer’s treatment The peptide blocks a hyperactive brain enzyme that contributes to the neurodegeneration seen in Alzheimer’s and other diseases. April 13, 2023
Funding to Daniel Anderson’s lab will advance research on new delivery technology for RNA vaccines and therapies The global health care company Sanofi is providing $25 million to advance RNA research. April 11, 2023
A new microneedle-based drug delivery technique for plants Developed at SMART, the device can deliver controlled amounts of agrochemicals to specific plant tissues for research and could one day be used to improve crop quality and disease management. April 11, 2023
Scientists uncover the amazing way sandgrouse hold water in their feathers The structure of the desert birds’ belly feathers enables males to carry water over long distances to their chicks. April 11, 2023
Scientists use computational modeling to design “ultrastable” materials These highly stable metal-organic frameworks could be useful for applications such as capturing greenhouse gases. April 4, 2023
