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human neural progenitor cells differentiate into multiple cell types, including oligodendrocytes that produce myelin

A soft, stimulating scaffold supports brain cell development ex vivo Hydrogel-based scaffolds could be used for better brain-computer interfaces

January 9, 2023

Researchers developed a method to target specific neurons and change their excitability

Changing the intrinsic behavior of neurons Method offers new approach to treating neurological conditions such as epilepsy
December 7, 2022

MAGENTA provides mechanical stimulation to the target tissue

Wasting muscles built back better Programmable mechanically active adhesive makes muscles stretch and contract, preventing and enabling recovery from atrophy

November 14, 2022

Droplets with higher concentrations of endotoxins become pinned farther down to regions with lower levels. (Credit: Aizenberg Lab/Harvard SEAS)

New test detects compounds for disease diagnostics, environmental monitoring Seeing concentrations of toxins with the naked eye

November 2, 2022

Capillary machine for more powerful cell phones and wifi

Simple machine may pave the way for more powerful cell phones and WiFi A 3D-printed device in a tank of water braids nanowires and moves microparticles.

October 26, 2022

Navajo Technical University students spent 10 weeks at Harvard in the Research Experience for Undergraduates summer program.

Research Experience for Undergraduates image of 8 NTU students

Navajo Technical University students present research at the REU SEAS summer symposium August 11, 2022

Congratulations to George Whitesides Recipient of the 2022 Kavli Prize in Nanoscience

June 1, 2022

Congratulations to Conor Walsh Recipient of the 2022 Blavatnik National Award Laureate for Young Scientists in Physical Sciences & Engineering
June 29, 2022

Congratulations to Jia Liu Recipient of the MIT Technology Review 2022 Innovators Under 35

June 29, 2022

Assistant Professor of Chemistry Jarad Mason (left) and co-author Jinyoung Seo have developed a new class of solid-state refrigerants that could enable energy-efficient and emission-free cooling.

Keeping cool without warming the planet A revolutionary new mechanism could unlock environmentally friendly air conditioning.

June 24, 2022

Congratulations to Vinny Manoharan Recipient of the Capers and Marion McDonald Award for Excellence in Mentoring and Advising

May 9, 2022

NSF funded Harvard MRSEC Partnership with NTU

NSF Director Highlights MRSEC-NTU Partnership At the National Science Board 479th Meeting
May 5, 2022

SEAS researchers develop a textile that can change and remember its shape

Congratulations to Robinson Tom Has been accepted to the Harvard Ph.D. program beginning Fall 2022.
April 15, 2022

Sarah Battat presenting her NSF MRSEC Science Slam

First-ever NSF-MRSEC Science Slam
Sarah Battat: Shake, Charge, and Nucleate! Harvard MRSEC participant Sarah Battat presented in a first ever MRSEC Science Slam with her project entitled "Shake, Charge, and Nucleate!".

January 28, 2022

Harvard MRSEC researchers named most highly cited in 2021 The Web of Science has recognized Harvard MRSEC researchers who have demonstrated significant and broad influence reflected in their publication of multiple highly cited papers.
November 18, 2021

Fracture, Fatigue, and Friction of Polymers in which entanglements greatly outnumber cross-links

Elastic polymer that is both stiff and tough, resolves long-standing quandary More sustainable, long-lasting polymer materials could decrease consumption of plastics
October 7, 2021

Schematic diagram of the evaporation-induced colloidal co-assembly process

Crystal clear - Research reveals fundamental mechanism of colloid crystal growth, opens door to new applications August 19, 2021

Sensor can probe biology's smallest reactions Breakthrough in calorimetry could reveal fundamental principles of cells
February 18, 2021

Welcome Robinson Tom to the Harvard MRSEC from Navajo Tech PREM January 26, 2021

Harvard MRSEC researchers named most highly cited in 2020 The Web of Science has recognized Harvard MRSEC researchers who have demonstrated significant and broad influence reflected in their publication of multiple highly cited papers.
November 18, 2020

Rocket Yeast—Gallery of Fluid Motion Understanding fluid flow on every day bacteria
October 12, 2020

Clothing that stretches or shrinks to fit you Harvard MRSEC researchers discover textiles that change shape "on demand" The Harvard Gazette - Science & Technology
September 4, 2020

Participants enthusiastically raise their hands after Professor Howard Stone asks 'Who likes ice cream?'

Buckling kirigami structures applied to footwear outsoles Borrowing from Nature to design shoes that prevent slips and falls for patient protection
August 21, 2020

Getting the scoop on ice cream
The science of chocolate brings families to campus
December 11, 2019

New Method for 3D Printing Soft Multimaterials "On Demand"
published to Springer Nature
November 13, 2019

Congratulations to Joanna Aizenberg for being elected to the National Academy of Sciences

Congratulations to Joanna Aizenberg election to National Academy of Sciences
May 1, 2019

Congratulations to Zhigang Suo for being elected to the National Academy of Sciences

Congratulations to Zhigang Suo election to National Academy of Sciences
May 1, 2019

image of students measure the diference in melting time between a milk chocolate chip vs. a dark chocolate chip

Artificial muscles for soft robots Fully soft, electrically driven artificial muscles operate on par with natural muscles
March 22, 2019

3D Printing is Fun Watch as the Harvard MRSEC logo is 3D printed in two-color wax and silicon

Jennifer Lewis elected to National Academy of Sciences Congratulations to Jennifer Lewis elected as a Member of the National Academy of Sciences

Congratulations to Dr. Ryan Truby for being awarded in the First Class of Schmidt Science Fellows

Inspired to innovate With booming enrollment, entrepreneurship course teaches more than business skills, which has grown to become one of the most popular courses at Harvard.
January 23, 2018

Learning is sweet The science of chocolate brings families to campus
December 21, 2017

image of Miles Higgins, 12, a Boston resident and seventh-grader Clarence R. Edwards Middle School, adds lemon juice to a red cabbage juice solution during a -Science and Cooking for Kids- lab session

Scientific salsa Outreach program provides ingredients for STEM inspiration
July 27, 2017

image of a rising sophomore at Hopi High School on northern Arizona's Hopi Indian Reservation.

Showcasing opportunities in STEM Hands-on science labs inspire Native American high school students
July 11, 2017

Prof. Mahadevan awarded Rice Medal Congratulations to Prof. Mahadevan for being awarded the first 2017 Society of Engineering Science—James R. Rice Medal
December 8, 2016

4D-printed structure changes shape when placed in water Wyss, SEAS researchers create shape-shifting architectures that mimic plant movements
By Kat J. McAlpine
January 25, 2016

Shmuel Rubinstein named Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellows Congratulations to Shmuel Rubinstein named Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellows
by Leah Burrows, SEAS
February 23, 2016

image of Inspiring the next generation of scientists

Inspiring the next generation of scientists Middle school girls learn about robotics and 3D printing at SEAS
August 3, 2016

David Weitz elected fellow to National Academy of Engineering Applied physicist honored for his contributions to engineering
By Leah Burrows, SEAS
February 8, 2016

image of students using a soufflé torch to give a golden brown color to chocolate chip cookies baked in the microwave

Baking the grade Four student teams go head-to-head in first-ever "Top Chef Harvard" competition
December 14, 2015

Jennifer Lewis elected fellow of National Academy of Inventors Jennifer Lewis recognized as an inventor whose technologies are poised to benefit society
December 15, 2015

new bone structure has formed after stem cells were transplanted using the novel hydrogel strategy developed at the Wyss Institute

Filling a void in stem cell therapy A new porous hydrogel could boost the success of stem-cell-based tissue regeneration
September 14, 2015

Jennifer Lewis named 2014 Global Thinker by Foreign Policy magazine Recognizing her groundbreaking advancements in bioprinting, Foreign Policy honors Lewis for the potential impact her research could have on global health and technology
November 17, 2014

Step UP program looks to inspire Boston schoolchildren Harvard is a founding member of Step UP and has been offering after-school program support, learning materials, and professional development at 10 selected schools.
May 13, 2010

L. Mahadevan wins MacArthur "genius" grant Applied mathematician recognized for investigating everything from how a flag flutters to how the Venus flytrap snaps. The MacArthur Foundation announcement.
September 23, 2009

Lakshminarayanan Mahadevan at a chalk board

'Genius' Mathematician Seeks New Problems Named a MacArthur Foundation fellow, he creates mathematical theories to explain common observations
March 15, 2008