News

11/24/2016 11:01:19
Bringing Silicon to Life
Whitney Clavin
Living organisms have been persuaded to make chemical bonds not found in nature, a finding that may change how medicines and other chemicals are made in the future.
11/23/2016 14:21:12
Amgen Scholars "Ten to Watch" Includes Two with Caltech Ties
Jon Nalick
The Amgen Foundation highlighted two program alumni with Caltech ties as "especially poised to impact the future of science and medicine."
Amgen logo
11/22/2016 10:04:14
Three from Caltech Elected as AAAS Fellows
Lori Dajose
LIGO scientists and a synthetic biology professor are recognized for their efforts in advancing science.
the words "AAAS Fellows" on a green background
11/21/2016 08:11:40
New Clues Emerge in 30-Year-Old Superconductor Mystery
Whitney Clavin
Researchers are taking steps toward cracking the puzzle of how high-temperature superconductors work.
artistic representation of data
11/21/2016 08:02:49
GPS Innovator Charles Trimble to Receive von Kármán Wings Award
Robert Perkins
The 32nd International von Kármán Wings Award goes to Caltech alumnus and trustee Charles Trimble, famed for commercializing GPS technology.
Award presentation
11/21/2016 08:00:24
History of Cells Told Through MEMOIR
Whitney Clavin
A new technique called MEMOIR can record the life history of animal cells.
MEMOIR cells
11/18/2016 14:29:45
Turning Back the Aging Clock
Lori Dajose
By boosting genes that destroy defective mitochondrial DNA, researchers can slow down and potentially reverse an important part of the aging process.
Mitochondrial DNA
11/17/2016 17:50:29
Remembering Rolf Sabersky, 1920‑2016
Robert Perkins
Rolf Sabersky, Caltech alumnus and member of the faculty since 1949, died on October 24 at the age of 96.
photo of Rolf Sabersky with spectrophotometer
11/17/2016 11:00:05
Bright Radio Bursts Probe Universe's Hidden Matter
Lori Dajose
The detection of the most luminous fast radio burst to date brings new insights into the cosmic web between galaxies.
Dynamic spectrum of the FRB
11/16/2016 16:05:03
The Real-life Pride and Prejudices of Jane Austen
Lori Oliwenstein
Caltech's partnership with The Huntington enriches students' studies.
photo of a first-edition volume of Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey and Persuasion