Science

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

AI Outperforms Doctors in Emergency Room Tasks, New Harvard Study Shows

Researchers say the technology could help physicians with triage, diagnosis.

by Jonathan Shaw

In Adam Cohen's lab, neurons to light up as they fire

Harvard researchers create neurons that light up when they fire.

by Erin O’Donnell

Traumatic brain injury: research on causes, treatment, clinical applications

From causes to clinical applications and treatment, Harvard researchers investigate traumatic brain injury.

by Courtney Humphries

Geoffrey Jones studies America's forgotten green entrepreneurs

Geoffrey Jones studies America's forgotten green entrepreneurs.

by Alexander Bloom

Harvard faculty elected to National Academy of Engineering

Harvard's George Church, genomics pioneer, and William George, healthcare and management leader, are recognized.

Videos show neurons lighting up as they fire

Videos show neurons lighting up as they fire.

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