Science
Discover the scientific breakthroughs and engineering innovations being pioneered across Harvard’s labs and centers.
A Harvard Astrophysicist Explains the Bizarre Behavior of a Supergiant Star
The dimming and rapid rotation of Betelgeuse may be caused by a hidden companion.
by Saima Sidik
Epigenetic inheritance explained by in-utero exposures
Patterns of gene expression that appear to be inherited from one generation to the next are instead explained by in-utero exposures.
Cognitive Benefits of Healthy Buildings
Do workplace environments contribute to poor health for employees?
by Oset Babür
Old Food Reduces Lifespan
New evidence strengthens the theory that aging results from molecular damage.
Nutrition for health, environment, and society
Gidon Eshel explains the environmental, social, and political effects of food choices.
A reason why cancer is less common in women
Scientists think they may have an answer.
Modeling suicide risk
Traditional methods of preventing suicide have been ineffective, says psychologist Matthew Nock.
Brief life of Henry Knowles Beecher, anesthetist and late-blooming ethicist
Brief life of a late-blooming ethicist: 1904-1976
by Jack El-Hai
The largest flower in the world is a parasite
Exploring the genetic mysteries of a gigantic parasite
Isaac Silvera and Ranga Dias Create Metallic Hydrogen
Metallic hydrogen would be a fundamental breakthrough that could revolutionize energy use, space exploration and more.
Soft robot sleeve hugs heart
A new robotic device could restore the ability to pump blood in patients with heart failure.