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

Harvard researchers develop new methods to precisely engineer genomes

Harvard researchers develop new, precise ways to alter organisms' DNA.

Profile of exoplanet professor John Johnson

An exoplanet hunter joins the faculty

Citizen science draws amateurs into scientific research

In the Internet era, research moves from professionals’ labs to amateurs’ homes.

by Katherine Xue

Harvard engineers design soft robotic exosuits to aid human movement

Harvard engineers build soft exosuits to aid human movement.

by Katherine Xue

Harvard study suggests that genomic instability drives cancer

A new study suggests that genetic rearrangements promote cancer development.

Harvard capital campaign leaders speak out

A taste of the talk

Harvard bioengineering professor Jennifer Lewis prints 3-D on a micron scale

The bioengineering professor does 3-D printing on a micron scale.

Dana-Farber researchers find exercise-induced brain growth protein

A protein induced by exercise stimulates growth in the brains of non-exercising mice

2013 Nobel laureate in chemistry Martin Karplus '51 describes life and work

Harvard chemist Martin Karplus speaks to the press.

Science library at Harvard will be reimagined for the 21st century

The science center space will be reimagined for 21st century knowledge production and exchange.