Stem cell therapy shows promise in healing damaged tissues, yet existing scaffolds often do not replicate the natural flexibility of human tissue. This can result in cell detachment, death, and even secondary injury during recovery. Researchers at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, along with co-developers from the MIT Department of Mechanical Engineering, have created a new type…
R&D 100 winner of the day: Precision Photon Synchronization System
MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s Precision Photon Synchronization System represents a significant step forward in quantum networking. It offers a practical and efficient solution for enabling quantum communication across vast distances. By ensuring that entangled photons can arrive at their destinations with extreme precision, the system helps overcome one of the significant challenges in establishing global quantum…
4 DNA and genomics advances recognized in R&D 100 Awards in 2024
DNA analysis has undergone a quiet revolution in recent years thanks to next-generation sequencing (NGS) advances. In addition to its potential in medicine, NGS is taking off in forensic science. This technology allows for more detailed and accurate genetic analysis, improving the resolution of criminal cases and helping solve cold cases that have remained unsolved…