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The Wyss Institute at Harvard University
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The Wyss Institute seeks to transform engineering, medicine and the environment by creating new materials and devices using Nature’s design principles.
What is it really like to do research? We're demystifying life as a scientist by dispelling common myths and misconceptions, starting with the frequency of "eureka" moments.
November 4, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Happy Halloween from the Wyss Institute 🎃
October 31, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Congratulations to Wyss Technology Development Fellow Ana Raquel P. Santa Maria on being awarded the "Making a Difference in Meaningful Ways Award" from WEST. This award honors women who go beyond titles and tasks to create lasting impact in their communities and workplaces.
October 29, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The world’s challenges aren’t stopping. We can’t either. We’re developing solutions to the toughest problems facing people and our planet. And we’re not slowing down. Learn how you can support our mission: bit.ly/Wyss-Giving
October 28, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Transforming breakthrough science, like the use of CRISPR-Cas9 for precise targeted gene editing in mammalian cells, into a cascade of innovations, like genetically modified pig kidneys that can be transplanted into humans – that’s the power of the Wyss Effect. #WorldCRISPRDay
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October 20, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Yesterday, Wyss researchers volunteered at the Cambridge Science Carnival, a family-friendly science extravaganza, where they taught curious minds of all ages about Organ Chips.
September 22, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Happy #PostdocAppreciationWeek!

Our driven, hardworking, creative postdocs power our engine of innovation towards positive impact. We celebrated these individuals with a lunch, complete with messages of gratitude from across the Institute. Thank you!
September 16, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Because of the success of the composting program at the Wyss, initiated by our Green Team, and a few other tenant companies, our building is instituting compost collection for everyone to enable all of our work neighbors to prevent pollution and live more sustainably. #PollutionPreventionWeek
September 15, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Last weekend, Wyss members Kenneth Carlson and James A. Culverwell completed the PMC, raising funds for @danafarbernews.bsky.social.

With their connections to cancer on their minds, the two rode 190 miles over two days. Read Ken's meaningful reflections on the event.

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August 8, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Follow the journey of an idea from the skunkworks of academia as it travels through our translation engine to become an innovation that will have a positive impact on the world. At the Wyss Institute, we are fueled by impatience, because we know the world can’t wait.
August 6, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Happy Coloring Book Day! To celebrate, members of our community have been enjoying these science-themed coloring pages over the last two weeks.
August 2, 2025 at 5:49 PM
"My friend needs science. Science needs help." Albert Xue shares that his friend suffers from chronic recurrent pancreatitis caused by a genetic mutation. Research from Wyss Faculty member Pam Silver's lab could help, but recent funding freezes are putting work like this in jeopardy.
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July 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Wyss alum Christina Tringides wore her Wyss hat while visiting Latsi, Cyprus. #WyssInTheWorld
July 11, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Mariel showed off her Wyss pride during a recent trip to the Netherlands and Norway. #WyssInTheWorld
July 7, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Last week, the Brain Targeting Program held its Annual Partners and Sponsors Meeting, welcoming four new sponsors. The Wyss team presented exciting results on their dual shuttle, combining TfR and CD98hc shuttles, as well as progress on their lead shuttle programs and novel target discovery efforts.
July 3, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Wyss COO & Tech Translation Director, Angelika Fretzen, moderated a panel on advancing xenotransplantation w/ genetic engineering as part of #BIO2025. They explored the science behind recent breakthroughs, clinical implications, regulatory considerations, and the path forward for these developments.
June 25, 2025 at 6:46 PM
To celebrate the close of the second cohort of our mentoring program, we held a panel discussion on the power of mentoring. Panelists discussed the impact of mentorship, shared key insights, and exchanged ideas on how to keep the spirit of guidance and learning alive in one's professional journey.
June 18, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Happy Pride Month!

We kicked off our celebrations last Monday with a group outing to the Red Sox Pride Night. Then on Thursday, our Administrative Services Team and Lab Safety Advisors hosted a fun Pride event at the office.
June 17, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Last week, the Wyss Diagnostics Accelerator (DxA) hosted its Children’s Health Symposium. Leading scientists, clinicians, innovators, and advocates gathered to exchange ideas on improving pediatric health.

Learn more about the Wyss DxA: bit.ly/Wyss-DxA
June 11, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Two weeks ago, members of the Wyss community participated in The Forum 2025, an event hosted by Nucleate Boston. Many Wyss members and Lumineers partook in panel discussions, innovation talks, breakout sessions, and poster presentations as part of Nucleate's Activator Program.
June 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
As #AAPIHeritageMonth comes to a close, we're recognizing Peter Tsai, who invented the fabric used in the filters of N95 masks.
May 29, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Today we're giving the spotlight to Margaret Chung, the first American-born Chinese woman to become a physician. #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPIInSTEM
May 27, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Earlier this week, we had the privilege of hosting the WHAM Spring Forum. Guests had the opportunity to tour the Wyss Institute, learn about our Women's Health Catalyst, and hear from academic and industry leaders. They also had the chance to network and make meaningful connections.
May 23, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Today we're highlighting Min Chueh Chang, whose work on in vitro fertilization contributed to the first "test tube baby." He was also involved in the development of the combined contraceptive pill. #AAIPIHeritageMonth
May 20, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Today, we're putting the spotlight on Fei-Fei Li! She is the co-founder of AI4ALL, a non-profit working to increase diversity and inclusion in the field of AI. #AAPIHeritageMonth
May 15, 2025 at 7:25 PM