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A figure shows multiple flight pathways as a UAV starts from the center and flies toward 24 goals (dots around perimeter). The flight pathways are mainly red and end in cool colors, showing reduced speed. The rainbow clouds represent obstacles, with cooler colors representing taller obstacles.

New research enables a robot to chart a better course

MIT and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts have announced plans to establish the Quantum Systems Laboratory (QSL) at MIT, a new shared-use facility that will serve as a quantum toolbox for the region, aimed at accelerating quantum research, innovation and growth in this critical field.

Media Advisory: MIT to establish regional quantum hub

Krystal Montgomery realized that pursuing her interest in design while majoring in computer science would allow her to foster her “creative energy” throughout her time at MIT. She recently joined her teammates in her final meet before graduation: the NCAA Division III Outdoor Track and Field Championships.

Designing a career, on and off the track, at MIT

Liposomal nanoparticle reporters, or LisNRs, can brighten or dim MRI signals in response to specific molecular targets. Shown here is the water channel (magenta) that allows LisNRs to sense molecular targets, in combination with a blocking protein (green) that allows the sensors to turn on and off.

Brighter MRI signals

MIT researchers have developed a new approach for monitoring bladder cancer patients that could allow recurring tumors to be detected much earlier. Using a catheter coated with specialized nanosensors, the team was able to detect extremely low levels of a protein produced by bladder cancer cells and pinpoint their location within tissue.

A new sensor could enable earlier detection of bladder cancer

MIT researchers developed a low-temperature process for extracting battery-grade lithium from the common mineral spodumene.

MIT researchers develop a low-cost technique to get lithium out of rocks