Researchers urge regulation of AI in health and algorithms
In the medical field, one of the essential responsibilities of a physician is to assess probabilities: What are the chances…
Category: Health
2024 Nobel Prize Winners with MIT Connections Celebrated
During the prestigious Nobel Week in Stockholm, Sweden, MIT affiliates were honored for their exceptional contributions to science and economics.…
Noninvasive imaging method penetrates deeper into tissue
Metabolic imaging is an innovative, noninvasive technique that allows researchers and medical professionals to examine living cells with the use…
Cellular Traffic Congestion in Chronic Diseases and Therapy Targets
Chronic diseases, including Type 2 diabetes and various inflammatory disorders, pose a significant challenge to global health, contributing substantially to…
MIT HEALS Launches Initiative to Tackle Critical Health Issues
At MIT, interdisciplinary collaboration in life sciences and engineering is thriving. Recently, the Institute launched a groundbreaking initiative called the…
Biodegradable Material to Replace Harmful Microplastics
Microplastics pose a significant environmental threat and are present nearly everywhere on our planet. These tiny particles result from the…
Negative Online Content Increases Mental Health Issues Study
Individuals facing mental health challenges often find themselves engaging with negative online content, which in turn exacerbates their symptoms. This…
MIT Yang Center Honors Sierra Leone’s First Prosthetic Clinicians
The K. Lisa Yang Center for Bionics at MIT has partnered with Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health (MOH) to establish…
Refugee Becomes MIT Graduate Student Success Story
Mlen-Too Wesley has distant childhood memories of his time in Liberia, yet one significant experience has profoundly influenced his life’s…
Inflatable Gastric Balloon Aids Weight Loss Efforts
Gastric balloons, silicone devices filled with air or saline, are designed to aid in weight loss by creating a sensation…
Innovative Health Solutions for Individuals and Populations
Numerous factors contribute to the success of patient care, including timely diagnosis, adherence to medication regimens, and effective management of…
Blueprint for Enhanced Cancer Immunotherapy Solutions
Immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapies have emerged as powerful treatments against certain cancers, enabling our immune system to identify and…
Enhancing Health with Machine Learning Innovations
From a young age, Marzyeh Ghassemi found enchantment in the worlds of video games and puzzles, alongside a keen interest…
Vision for US Science Success and Innovation
During a recent address, White House science advisor Arati Prabhakar communicated her robust confidence in U.S. capabilities in science and…
Bioinspired capsule delivers drugs to GI tract walls
Inspired by the remarkable propulsion techniques of squids, a team of researchers from MIT and Novo Nordisk has innovated a…