Science

Discover the scientific breakthroughs and engineering innovations being pioneered across Harvard’s labs and centers.

From Jellyfish to Digital Hearts

How Harvard researchers are helping to build a virtual model of the human heart

by Olivia Farrar

Common chemicals may diminish children’s benefit from vaccines

A Harvard study reports that children exposed to chemicals in food packaging and textile products may have compromised immune systems.

Pathbreaking Harvard neonatologist Mary Ellen Avery dies

Her work saved countless premature babies and inspired other women in medicine.

Protein providing health benefits of exercise discovered by Harvard researchers

Harvard researchers discover a protein that provides health benefits similar to exercise, including weight loss and improved blood-sugar control.

John Briscoe discusses water as a platform for development (video)

Four Harvard students from four different disciplines discuss a summer spent in Pakistan investigating water-related issues.

The Brazelton Touchpoints Center teaches a revolutionary relational approach

Supporting children by teaching the adults who shape their lives

by Elizabeth Gudrais

Water Security Initiative trains a new generation of multitalented specialists

John Briscoe tackles water insecurity around the world.

by Jonathan Shaw

Red meat consumption-diabetes link explored by Harvard researchers

Eating even small amounts of red meat daily increases the risk of diabetes.

by Jonathan Shaw

Sustainability strategies explored by faculty experts in "Harvard Thinks Green"

Six Harvard faculty experts on taking action against global warming

The Healthy Eating Plate: Harvard's answer to USDA dietary recommendations

Harvard's healthy eating plate challenges the USDA’s recommendations.

Whitesides lab models "soft" robots after squid and starfish

By squeezing under obstacles, new robots can navigate tricky terrain.