A brighter future for the people of Africa: MIT Africa Innovate Conference pushes new plans for uplifting the African continent
Students and industry leaders from across the African diaspora came to MIT for a day of evocative discussions and technology-inspired business proposals for the future of the African continent.
Sleeping cancer cells hijack the wound healing pathway to wake up
New research shows that the awakening of disseminated cancer cells is caused by inflammation in the tissue microenvironment.
MIT animal rights group draws attention, but students question its impact
The people behind the “try our dog cookie” signs have a message, but is it getting through?
Research raises concerns about the effects of weight loss drugs on bone density
With campaigns featuring Serena Williams appearing across cities like Boston, experts warn the consequences may extend beyond weight loss to long-term health and body image pressures.
Women’s and Gender Studies researchers work to hold AI accountable
From healthcare to government, machine learning models are changing how decisions are made. This is what can go wrong.
Nate Soares makes the case against artificial superintelligence
The author of ‘If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies’ speaks at the Harvard Science Center.
The search for eco-friendly energy: MITxGE Vernova alliance unveils novel climate-positive energy research
Five months after the announcement of a five-year partnership, MIT and GE Vernova came together to showcase the newest breakthroughs in renewable energy.
Dr. Yiqiao Zheng uses her multidisciplinary expertise both inside and outside of the lab
The current President of the Postdoctoral Association has changed fields twice, and she has thoughts on how science is conducted.
Science journalist Matt Kaplan presents historical cases of pushback against scientific breakthroughs, from Galileo to Karikó
From Galileo Galilei to Katalin Karikó, Kaplan shows how the scientific community can be resistant to new ideas, even though they are supported by facts.
Major new NIH investment in women’s health science arrives at MIT
A new $3-million-per-year grant from the National Institutes of Health will fund a Technology Development Center for women’s health at MIT, supporting the development of advanced techniques to study diseases that disproportionately affect women.
Cysteine may be the secret to repairing gut damage
A new MIT study has identified that cysteine initiates the regeneration of the intestinal lining by activating intestinal stem cells.
Give peas a chance (they could bring your community together)
Brown explained how she believes urban agriculture — that is, growing food in abandoned or unused spots in and around cities — can create positive economic, health, and social change in communities.
Science journalist Michael Pollan talks about the science of consciousness at First Parish Church
In his recent book, ‘A World Appears,’ Pollan investigates consciousness in four ascending levels of complexity: sentience, feelings, thoughts, and self.
Caught the startup bug? Bob Langer has some advice
Before you launch, Professor Robert S. Langer shares wisdom on passion, failure, and chasing big ideas in entrepreneurship.
Ticked off: How Mikki Tal is using Lyme disease to transform women’s health research
Chronic illness is a disproportionately female problem. Dr. Michal “Mikki” Tal took action, not just because she’s a woman, but because she’s an MIT immunoengineer.
MIT’s 7th annual quantum hackathon, iQuHACK, nurtures a new generation of quantum enthusiasts
With only three days to compete, the teams spent every free second huddled in an entanglement of laptops and research papers, searching for the best solution to their chosen challenges.
Chocoholics Unite!
At the MIT Laboratory for Chocolate Science, eating experimental results is not just encouraged — it’s part of the fun.
Punxsutawney Phil’s predictions are in, and this year the science agrees
Late January was especially cold. Here’s why.
MIT dives into the future of quantum technology at QMIT launch
Experts from MIT and the quantum industry gathered in the Schwarzman College of Computing on Dec. 8, 2025 to discuss MIT’s role in the emerging field.