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Engineered bacteria emit signals that can be spotted from a distance

Bacteria can be engineered to sense a variety of molecules, such as pollutants or soil nutrients. In most cases, however, these signals can only be detected by looking at the…

MIT class takes students on a grand tour of the interdisciplinary world of biotech

In the fast-changing world of biotechnology, engineers need more than technical expertise — they need the ability to collaborate across disciplines, tackle complex problems, and define the challenges of tomorrow.

Two from MIT awarded 2024 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

MIT graduate student Riyam Al Msari and alumna Francisca Vasconcelos ’20 are among the 30 recipients of this year’s Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans. In addition, two…

Designing solutions to ensure equity in health care

Growing up in the Boston suburbs, MIT senior Daisy Wang spent her spare time upside down underwater, dancing with her competitive artistic swimming team.  “It feels like you and your…

A traveler on bioengineering’s many paths

Seeking an opportunity to do something impactful in the early stages of the Covid-19 pandemic, Julian Zulueta applied for an internship with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, through MIT’s…