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NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationRNA vaccines, which have been proven effective against Covid-19, are now being developed for many other diseases, including cancer.
NASA · Archive imageWeekend nor’easter likely to bring damaging winds, coastal flooding Large waves crash over a jetty as a large coastal storm bears down on the region on March 2, 2018 in Scituate, Massachusetts.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationMIT researchers have developed a method to produce lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) more quickly and with precise control over their size and shape. This new process can greatly speed up the development of RNA and DNA therapeutics, allowing for more targeted delivery to different organs and tissues. The technique can help determine optimal parameters for LNPs before testing their performance, potentially leading to more effective treatments.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationMIT researchers have identified a cellular pathway crucial for colorectal cancer metastasis, which is activated by a protein called YAP1. This pathway promotes cell proliferation and migration, and a high-fat diet can activate it through ceramide production. The researchers suggest that drugs that block ceramide production could help prevent metastasis in colon cancer patients. The pathway is druggable, and shutting down ceramide production can prevent tumor cells from switching on the regenerative program and failing to seed metastases in the liver.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationA new handheld device developed by MIT researchers can collect living cells from specific locations in the fallopian tube, potentially improving early cancer detection. The device, described in a study in the journal Device, enables targeted sampling of newly excised tissue and is capable of recovering living cells for diagnostics, organoid cultivation, and disease modeling. The researchers believe this technique could one day be used to catch cancers earlier and more effectively, and to create personalized treatments based on individual patient samples.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationA new MIT study finds that the brain uses neural ensembles to encode information throughout the decision-making process, ensuring distinct representation of options and preventing interference. This dynamic reorganization of information helps the brain meet changing task demands during decision-making.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationSolutions-oriented research is improving the lives of American people.
NASA · Archive imageThe city reported a nearly 100% success rate in evacuations, saving lives.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationThe Great Miami Hurricane of 1926 was a significant event that highlighted the challenges in predicting extreme weather events and warning the public. It was a turning point in the advancement of weather forecasting, with the use of satellites, aircraft reconnaissance, computer models, radio, television, and the internet. The presentation discusses the event's effects, the state of forecasting at the time, lessons learned, and the progress made in the following 100 years.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationThe origins of NOAA’s National Ocean Service | NOAA Ocean Podcast Official seal of the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey featuring an eagle, shield, anchors, globe, and the year 1807. (Image credit: NOAA) September 21, 2026 The Origins of NOAA’s National Ocean Service | NOAA Ocean Podcast Ocean & Coasts Heritage heritage history Heritage stories ocean 0 Off
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationThe federal recreational red snapper season will open for three days this year from October 9 through October 11 —one day longer than last year’s two-day recreational season.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationThose senescent cells can contribute to age-related disorders such as cancer, tissue degeneration, and inflammatory diseases.
NASA · Archive imageMIT researchers are mapping the risks of extreme weather events and developing tools to help communities anticipate and prepare for them. The projects, focusing on forecasting, risk assessment, and resilient infrastructure, have yielded 29 research papers and digital tools, with four years of collaborations among over 40 faculty and student researchers. The initiative, part of MIT's Climate Grand Challenges, aims to accelerate science-based solutions to climate problems.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationA new study reveals aminovaleramididine synthetase (AvaS), the first enzyme responsible for producing a chemical modification linked to bacterial protein production. This discovery opens new avenues for studying bacterial adaptation and developing antimicrobial therapeutics. The research was led by scientists from the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology's Antimicrobial Resistance interdisciplinary research group.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationThe U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced an initiative to translate low-dimensional semiconductor technologies into advanced microelectronics platforms for U.S. manufacturers. The NSF ELEGANT program aims to de-risk advanced microelectronics manufacturing technology and position the U.S. for success in translating microelectronics technologies into next-generation capabilities. The program advances innovation in low-dimensional materials and bridges the gap between laboratory demonstrations and industry-relevant platforms. The NSF released an OTASO for an Ecosystems Coordinator and Expert Performer Teams in five translation themes.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationThe Great Miami Hurricane of 1926: A century of science advancing warnings from hours to days (Image credit: Courtesy of the Museum of Miami) Download Image September 17, 2026 Weather Research history hurricanes forecasts advisories, watches, warnings 0 Off
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationSuch a platform opens opportunities for low-power edge computing applications, interactive medical and environmental monitoring systems, and smart robots.
NRKZ Signal · Signal illustrationThe U.S. National Science Foundation announced today three additional topics for NSF X-Labs as part of the $1.5 billion investment the agency initiated in May , completing the portfolio of topics for calendar year 2026.
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