An advanced assay quickly illuminates bacteria for more rapid, accurate detection.

Chemists devise a new way to manufacture peptide drugs, which hold promise for treating many diseases.

New technique developed at MIT produces highly selective filter materials, could lead to more efficient desalination.

Work reveals how a genome-editing tool works to correct errors in the genetic code.

Topological insulators could exist in six new types not seen before.

Fine-grained research shows boost for leading-edge and low-profile work in the life sciences happens after authors are honored.

Marshall Scholar Colleen Loynachan tackles materials science problems with a photographer’s perspective.

Scientists discover extracellular vesicles produced by ocean microbes

Polymer film could be used in artificial muscle and to power micro- and nanoelectronic devices

New approach to use of 2-D carbon material opens up unexpected properties, could unleash new uses