"The event featured a panel discussion marking 25 years since the signature achievement of the Human Genome Project, which revolutionized biology and captivated McElheny as a reporter.
Investigation Into Rogue Toxicology Lab Wins 2026 McElheny Award
Reporting by the Chicago-based newsroom Injustice Watch exposed a lab tied to more than a dozen wrongful convictions for driving under the influence.
Knight Science Journalism at MIT Announces 2026-27 Fellowship Class
An elite group of science journalists from around the globe will join KSJ at MIT this August to embark on a year of research and study.
Weighing the Promise and Perils of AI in Journalism
In February, KSJ convened a panel of reporters and researchers for a lively discussion of how AI is reshaping journalism and trust.
Remembering Victor McElheny
Past directors, alumni, and friends of the Knight Science Journalism Program reflect on the legacy of its founder and longest-serving director.
Victor K. McElheny, Founding Director of MIT’s Knight Science Journalism Program, Dies at 89
The pioneering journalist and author was a steadfast champion of science journalism — and its global community of practitioners.