Scientists discover a new way of sharing genetic information in a common ocean microbe
Prochlorococcus, the world’s most abundant photosynthetic organism, reveals a gene-transfer mechanism that may be key to its abundance and diversity.
Prochlorococcus, the world’s most abundant photosynthetic organism, reveals a gene-transfer mechanism that may be key to its abundance and diversity.
With the selection of 16 inaugural postdocs, the program seeks to develop the next generation of faculty leaders and help guide the school toward a more diverse and inclusive culture.
First-gen MIT graduate students are claiming their identity, forming community, and holding space for one another.
Associate Professor Otto Cordero is looking for the fundamental constraints that shape microbial ecosystems.
A new study links very dry and very humid indoor environments with worse Covid-19 outcomes.
MIT Energy Initiative Annual Research Conference highlights both opportunities and obstacles in the race to a net-zero future.
Up to one-third of the carbon consumed by Prochlorococcus may come from sources other than photosynthesis.
A new study suggests mobile data collected while traveling over bridges could help evaluate their integrity.
Desiree Plata's research focuses on developing technologies and strategies for environmental sustainability.
New analysis takes account of natural fluctuations and predictability to assess which parts of an ecosystem are most threatened by climate change and other disruptions.
Fourteen faculty members have been granted tenure in five departments across the MIT School of Engineering.
Faculty members recognized for excellence via a diverse array of honors, grants, and prizes.
A fourth-generation civil engineer, graduate student Katerina Boukin researches the growing yet misunderstood threat of pluvial flooding, including flash floods.
Climate modeling shows that this summer’s devastating European heat wave may indeed be a harbinger of the future for that region.
Inspired by jellyfish and octopuses, PhD candidate Juncal Arbelaiz investigates the theoretical underpinnings that will enable systems to more efficiently adapt to their environments.