Effects of Climate Change on Outdoor Activities in the US
Understanding global warming can often feel distant and abstract. To make climate change’s impact more tangible, researchers at MIT have…
Category: Health
Impact of cfDNA Testing on Modern Prenatal Care
The advent of “precision medicine” brings with it the promise of tailored healthcare solutions that not only cater to individual…
New Drug Screening Framework Improves Efficiency
Innovative breakthroughs in drug discovery often stem from a method known as **phenotypic screening**, which has played a pivotal role…
Italy surrogacy travel ban limits LGBT parenthood in Europe
The recent Italian legislation imposing restrictions on overseas travel for surrogacy services marks a significant shift, making it particularly challenging…
Empowering Doctors with AI Co-Pilots for Better Care
Many physicians choose the medical profession with a sincere desire to assist their patients. However, the current healthcare landscape often…
Jane-Jane Chen Inspires Future Scientists at MIT
Jane-Jane Chen, a prominent scientist, grew up in Taiwan where her passion for math and science blossomed, propelled by a…
Teen Studies Plant Medicinal Properties Using MIT Pharmacology
Meet Tomás Orellana, a visionary 17-year-old high school student from Chile, who has set his sights on creating a kit…
New Mechanism Found for Old Cancer Drug by Biologists
Since the 1950s, the chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) has been a cornerstone in the treatment of various cancers, including blood-related…
Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun win Nobel Prize in Medicine
Victor Ambros, an esteemed MIT alumnus, alongside Gary Ruvkun, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or…
Laura Lewis Jing Kong win postdoctoral mentoring award
MIT professors Laura Lewis and Jing Kong have been honored with the MIT Postdoctoral Association’s Award for Excellence in Postdoctoral…
Startup uses audio to sync with brainwaves for better sleep
Do you find yourself tossing and turning at night, longing for a switch to help your mind unwind and drift…
Summer Heat Effects in U.S. Prisons Explored in Study
As summer temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat-related illnesses and fatalities. While most people can mitigate their heat…
Quantifying Nociception to Improve Surgical Pain Management
The effectiveness of a surgical patient’s pain management—referred to as “nociception”—often hinges on the anesthesiologist’s ability to assess and address…
Should AI Systems Be Labeled Like Prescription Drugs
As AI systems find their way into critical healthcare scenarios, concerns are rising about their accuracy. These technologies can generate…
Slovak Price Hikes Hit Sweet Eaters and Smokers Hard
Slovakia’s parliament has recently enacted a significant new law aimed at increasing the prices of sugary beverages and tobacco products.…