Training in chemical biology at MIT enables graduate students to address problems that transcend the traditional boundaries of chemistry and biology. Chemical biologists interrogate molecular processes that occur in human, plant, and microbial cells, as well as in viruses and animals.
Chemistry Graduate Student Seth Furniss describes his research and answers 20 random questions as part of the Graduate Student Spotlight series.
A leading researcher in protein folding biochemistry and next-generation protein engineering techniques will advance chemistry research and education.
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Cache DNA has developed technologies that preserve biomolecules at room temperature, making storing and transporting samples less expensive and more reliable.
MIT Chemistry Department Research Excellence Awards are given to highlight outstanding research across all career stages and divisions.
Outfitted with antibodies that guide them to the tumor site, the new nanoparticles could reduce the side effects of treatment.
Can bacteria clean up oil spills? The short answer: no. Or, at least, not yet.
Researchers develop a fast-acting, cell-permeable protein system to control CRISPR-Cas9, reducing off-target effects and advancing gene therapy.