Astronomers discover eccentric planet nearing hot Jupiter stage
Hot Jupiters represent the extremes of planetary existence, boasting mass similar to Jupiter yet orbiting their stars at breakneck speeds—completing…
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AI Accelerates Predictions of Materials Thermal Properties
Approximately 70% of global energy production is wasted as heat. If researchers were able to accurately predict the thermal conduction…
Anesthesia Drug Mechanism Revealed in New Study
Anesthesiologists have a variety of drugs at their disposal to induce unconsciousness in patients, yet the intricate workings behind how…
Overestimating Reasoning Skills in Large Language Models
Artificial intelligence often conceals its complexities beneath a surface of straightforward interactions. Large language models (LLMs) pose a particular challenge,…
Innovative Method for Miniaturizing Cancer Cell Production
Groundbreaking research from the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) has led to the development of an innovative approach…
MIT engineers develop method to shield microbes from extremes
In an extraordinary experiment, some of these microbes were recently sent to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of…
Boosting Plastics Recycling Rates Effective Strategies Explained
Despite the expansion of recycling systems and bottle deposit initiatives in the United States, the actual recycling rates remain shockingly…
Implantable Microphone May Enable Fully Internal Cochlear Implants
Cochlear implants, remarkable electronic devices designed to restore a sense of sound for individuals who are deaf or hard of…
Understanding Immune System Complexity for Better Health
Every day, millions of T cells navigate through the human body, on the lookout for any signs of invaders. Each…
MIT Films Receive New England Emmy Nominations
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Boston/New England Chapter has recognized two acclaimed films from MIT with Emmy…
CHARMed collaboration develops promising therapy for prion diseases
Drug development is a notoriously lengthy process. It can take decades for groundbreaking research to transition into clinical trials and…
Titan’s Lakes Shaped by Waves New Study Reveals
Titan, the largest moon of Saturn, stands out as the only celestial body in our solar system—besides Earth—that showcases active…
3D Imaging of Human Brain Hemispheres at Subcellular Resolution
For decades, neuroscientists have aspired to observe and understand the intricate workings of the human brain in its complete form.…
Innovative Strategies for Efficient Drug Discovery Process
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the landscape of drug discovery. Researchers are increasingly utilizing machine-learning models…
Local Climate Models for Effective Decision-Making
Climate models are vital tools for forecasting the effects of climate change. By simulating the Earth’s climate, scientists and policymakers…