MIT News – MIT Department of Chemistry

Newly discovered enzyme “square dance” helps generate DNA building blocks

MIT biochemists can trap and visualize an enzyme as it becomes active — an important development that may aid in future drug development.

MIT chemists are testing a protein fragment that may inhibit coronaviruses’ ability to enter human lung cells.

Monitoring the plant hormone ethylene could reveal when fruits and vegetables are about to spoil.

Recovering and safely destroying the sources of these chemicals could speed ozone recovery and reduce climate change.

Scientists discover the structure of an enzyme, found in the human gut, that breaks down a component of collagen.

Ten staff members recognized for dedication to School of Science and to MIT.

Study reveals a mechanism that plants can use to dissipate excess sunlight as heat.

Infinite Mile Awards are given annually by the School of Science in recognition of exceptional staff members.

Institute ranks second in five subject areas.

MLK Visiting Scholar Benjamin McDonald uses synthetic organic chemistry in the Swager lab to answer questions with more questions.

The award is given annually by the American Chemical Society.

Matt Shoulders hopes to shed light on diseases linked to flawed protein folding.

Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Week is a time dedicated to connecting members of the MIT community through small acts of kindness.