In addition to turning on genes involved in cell defense, the STING protein also acts as an ion channel, allowing it to control a wide variety of immune responses.

A new approach opens the door to a greater understanding of protein-microbe interactions.

Distinctive EEG patterns indicate when a patient’s state of unconsciousness under general anesthesia is more profound than necessary.

A new technique uses remote images to gauge the strength of ancient and active rivers beyond Earth.

The color changes reflect significant shifts in essential marine ecosystems.

A new technique produces perovskite nanocrystals right where they’re needed, so the exceedingly delicate materials can be integrated into nanoscale devices.

The images shed light on how electrons form superconducting pairs that glide through materials without friction.

This AI system only needs a small amount of data to predict molecular properties, which could speed up drug discovery and material development.

The first RNA-guided DNA-cutting enzyme found in eukaryotes, Fanzor could one day be harnessed to edit DNA more precisely than CRISPR/Cas systems.

MIT researchers work to discover biodegradable polyesters, with support from the MIT Climate and Sustainability Consortium, J-WAFS, and DIC Corp.