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
Teaching with technology, for a new generation
From the “Teaching Machine” to the promise of twenty-first-century learning technology
Google’s Parisa Tabriz speaks at Harvard Women Engineers WECode conference
The Harvard Women Engineers Code (WECode) conference encourages all genders in technology fields.
HSPH study suggests people naturally regulate coffee intake
A new Harvard School of Public Health study suggests people naturally regulate their coffee consumption.
by Laura Levis
Developments in greening Harvard, green cities research, and divestment debates
As debates continue over divestment, Harvard events highlight progress on campus sustainability and climate research.
Harvard Medical School campaign, Steve Ballmer gift
Funding medical research and education, Steve Ballmer boosts computer-science expansion, and arts and teacher-training initiatives
Harvard's Chad Cowan uses stem cells to find drugs that make white fat brown
Using a stem-cell based screening method, Chad Cowan has found drugs that convert white fat cells to energy-consuming brown fat.
Harry R. Lewis appointed applied sciences interim dean at Harvard
Will lead Harvard's applied-sciences faculty during search
National Geographic TV show on sleep deprivation features Harvard researchers
A program on the National Geographic Channel about sleep deprivation will feature several Harvard researchers.
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer boosts Harvard computer science faculty
Former Microsoft CEO supports 50 percent increase in faculty ranks.
Center for Green Buildings and Cities hosts challenge conference at Harvard
Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities hosts inaugural challenge conference.