Chemistry and chemical engineering

Robert C. Armstrong named director of MIT Energy InitiativeOutgoing director Ernest Moniz confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Energy.

Stephen Lippard wins faculty’s Killian AwardChemist recognized for groundbreaking studies of inorganic molecules.

Nanotechnology could help fight diabetesInjectable nanogel can monitor blood-sugar levels and secrete insulin when needed.

Secret of efficient photosynthesis is decodedMIT researchers find that the key to purple bacteria’s light-harvesting prowess lies in highly symmetrical molecules.

Five from MIT win Early Career AwardsAlexander-Katz, Detmold, Fu, Tisdale and Williams honored by Office of Science of the Department of Energy.

William Tisdale earns Early Career Award

Patterning graphene with DNAFolded DNA templates allow researchers to precisely cut out graphene shapes, which could be used in electronic circuits.

The half-billion-dollar ideaWhile at MIT, alumnus Todd Zion developed an insulin product that ultimately drew the attention of a pharmaceutical giant.

A new understanding of metallic glassSimulations reveal that the formation of some glassy materials is like the setting of a bowl of gelatin.

MicroRNA detection on the cheapMIT alumni’s startup provides rapid, cost-effective microRNA profiling, which is beneficial for diagnosing diseases.

OCW provides challenges for talented young studentIndian teen Tuhin Bagi uses MIT OpenCourseWare to enhance his studies and set his sights on future endeavors.

Using biology to improve chemical synthesisMIT team finds a more economical way to create valuable building blocks for pharmaceuticals

New solar-cell design based on dots and wiresMIT researchers improve efficiency of quantum-dot photovoltaic system by adding a forest of nanowires.

Study offers new way to discover HIV vaccine targetsRagon Institute researchers develop a method to identify weak points in viral proteins that could be exploited for vaccine development.

New rankings acclaim MIT’s graduate programs in engineering, businessMIT leads in seven engineering disciplines and three business fields, says U.S. News & World Report.

Practicing medicine at the nanoscaleNew approaches to drug delivery offer hope for new, more targeted treatments.

Cutting through the fogNew surface coating for glass could eliminate image distortion caused by condensation and also prevent frost buildup.

MIT researchers develop solar-to-fuel roadmap for crystalline siliconNew analysis points the way to optimizing efficiency of an integrated system for harvesting sunlight to make storable fuel.

Research update: Chemists find help from nature in fighting cancerStudy of several dozen compounds based on a fungal chemical shows potent anti-tumor activity.

Engineering cells for more efficient biofuel productionYeast research takes a step toward production of alternatives to gasoline.

A cooler way to protect silicon surfacesNew room-temperature process could lead to less expensive solar cells and other electronic devices.

Bringing a new perspective to infectious diseaseEnlisted in the fight against HIV, MIT engineers and scientists contribute new technology, materials and computational studies.

MIT engineers elected to national academyThree engineers are among this year’s 69 new National Academy of Engineering members.

Chisholm, Langer receive nation’s highest honors for scientists and inventorsPresident Obama presented the two MIT professors with the National Medal of Science and National Medal of Technology and Innovation on Friday.

MIT researchers improve quantum-dot performanceNew production method could enable everything from more efficient computer displays to enhanced biomedical testing.

Mapping the living cellNew technique pinpoints protein locations, helping scientists figure out their functions.

Putting the squeeze on cellsBy deforming cells, researchers can deliver RNA, proteins and nanoparticles for many applications.