NSF Unveils $1.5 Billion Fund to Boost Foundational Scientific Research
The National Science Foundation announces over $1.5 billion in new grants to advance transformative foundational research across science and engineering disciplines
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MIT Develops X-Ray Method to Map Heat Flow in Electronics
MIT researchers have created a novel X-ray and laser pulse technique to visualize heat movement through multilayer electronics, revealing surprising effects of micron-scale defects
Flying Focus Laser Surpasses Dephasing Limit in Plasma Accelerators
Researchers at the University of Rochester use a flying focus laser pulse to double electron acceleration energy beyond traditional plasma accelerator limits, promising compact,…
MIT Researchers Develop Faster, Stable Electrolyte for Sodium-Metal Batteries
MIT researchers led by Ju Li have identified a smaller, stable solvent molecule that improves ion transport in sodium-metal batteries, addressing key challenges in…
NSF Launches Two $50M Materials Innovation Platforms for Extreme-Use Research
The U.S. National Science Foundation funds two new facilities employing AI-driven experiments to accelerate development of materials for harsh environments
MIT’s Daniela Rus Awarded Bavarian Minister-President’s High-Tech Prize
Daniela Rus, MIT CSAIL director, received Germany’s top technology award for her groundbreaking contributions to robotics, AI, soft robotics, and autonomous systems
MIT and Broad Institute Develop Angstrom-Precision Super-Resolution Microscopy
Researchers at MIT and the Broad Institute created U-STORM, a new microscopy technique achieving sub-angstrom localization precision using blinking upconverting nanoparticles
MIT Engineers Develop Fully Recyclable Elastic Yarn from Polyethylene
MIT researchers created a new elastic yarn made entirely from polyethylene that retains strength and flexibility after multiple recycling cycles, promising a breakthrough in…
The Backrooms: From Online Horror to Digital Tourist Attraction
A fictional internet space known as the Backrooms has evolved into a widely shared digital environment where users collaboratively explore and expand its eerie,…
NSF Invests $83 Million in AI-Driven Data Systems to Boost U.S. Science
The National Science Foundation funds integrated data systems and services to enhance AI-driven research and innovation across U.S. scientific institutions