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Sangbae Kim: Inspired by Nature

Associate Professor Sangbae Kim describes his cutting-edge research in the area of biomimetics, the study of biological systems as models for the design and engineering of robots.

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MIT-derived algorithm helps forecast the frequency of extreme weather

A new prediction method fueled by an MIT-derived algorithm developed by Professor Themis Sapsis and his colleagues helps forecast frequency of extreme weather.

A 3D printable tissue adhesive

MIT researchers have introduced a direct-ink-write 3D printable tissue adhesive, offering a way to customize bio-adhesive patches or devices

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Daniel Frey

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