How do children learn to cooperate with others? A new cross-cultural study suggests that the answer depends less on universal rules and more on the social norms surrounding the child. In the study, researchers examined…
New frontier in error-correcting codes
Coding scheme for interactive communication is the first to near optimality on three classical measures. CAMBRIDGE, Mass--Error-correcting codes are one of the glories of the information age: They’re what guarantee the flawless transmission of digital…
New drug-delivery capsule may replace injections
Pill coated with tiny needles can deliver drugs directly into the lining of the digestive tract. [caption id="attachment_625" align="alignright" width="639"] A schematic drawing of a microneedle pill with hollow needles. When the pill reaches the…
PolyU Micro Fund nurtures over 180 young entrepreneurs
The 2014 "PolyU Micro Fund" award presentation ceremony was held on 29 September at Hotel ICON. To cultivate innovative and entrepreneurial ambiance within the university community and nurture socially responsible young entrepreneurs with the "Do…
High-speed drug screen
Engineers devise technology for rapidly testing drug-delivery vehicles in zebrafish. CAMBRIDGE, MA -- MIT engineers have devised a way to rapidly test hundreds of different drug-delivery vehicles in living animals, making it easier to discover…