Janabel Xia: Algorithms, dance rhythms, and the drive to succeed
MIT math major Janabel Xia sorts algorithms and improving traffic control systems for driverless vehicles, is a member of several dance clubs, is active in several social justice organizations, worked
Jonathan Byrnes, MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics senior lecturer and visionary in supply chain management, dies at 75
Jonathan L.S. Byrnes, a senior lecturer at the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics, died on May 7 at age 75.
Researchers develop a detector for continuously monitoring toxic gases
A new system for detecting toxic gases developed by MIT researchers could provide continuous monitoring of these gases, such as nitrogen dioxide, at low cost.
MIT’s Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Design of Policy program adds a public policy track
J-PAL and the MIT Department of Economics are expanding the Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Design of Policy program to include a track focused on addressing poverty and inequality in high-income countries.
Astronomers spot a giant planet that is as light as cotton candy
A huge, fluffy planet known as WASP-193b was discovered orbiting a distant star in our Milky Way galaxy — a new key to the mystery of how such giant, super-light planets form.
Using ideas from game theory to improve the reliability of language models
A new "consensus game," an MIT-developed game-theoretic procedure for decoding language models, enhances text generation by converging generative and discriminative querying into coherent predictions.
Elaine Liu: Charging ahead
With a double major in mathematics and electrical engineering and computer science, MIT senior Elaine Siyu Liu is exploring the ways in which renewable energy and electric vehicles impact the power grid.
Scientists use generative AI to answer complex questions in physics
Researchers used generative AI to develop a physics-informed technique to classify phase transitions in materials or physical systems that is much more efficient than existing machine-learning approac
New tool empowers users to fight online misinformation
In an effort to decentralize the fight against online misinformation, MIT researchers developed the Trustnet browser extension, which empowers individuals to assess the accuracy of any content on any
John Joannopoulos receives 2024-2025 Killian Award
MIT Professor John Joannopoulos is the recipient of the 2024-2025 James R. Killian Jr. Faculty Achievement Award. He is honored for pioneering work in photonics that helped to advance tools for telecommunications and biomedicine.
Repurposed beer yeast may offer a cost-effective way to remove lead from water
Engineered yeast-containing hydrogel capsules could be used to remove lead from contaminated water rapidly and inexpensively. The work, from MIT and Georgia Tech researchers, could be especially usefu
The beauty of biology
MIT biology student Hanjun Lee had planned to pursue chemistry at MIT. A course in genetics changed that, noting, “There’s a beauty in studying and finding the patterns in nature.”
Navigating longevity with industry leaders at MIT AgeLab PLAN Forum
MIT AgeLab PLAN Forum, a symposium for financial professionals, imagines new industry around longevity planning.
Jeong Min Park earns 2024 Schmidt Science Fellowship
MIT physics graduate student Jeong Min (Jane) Park is among 32 exceptional early-career scientists chosen to receive the 2024 Schmidt Science Fellows award. Park will use prize to find novel phases of matter and particles.
Faces of MIT: Reimi Hicks
Reimi Hicks, MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science (MITES) associate director of recruitment and admissions, plays a key role in introducing middle and high school students to the world of STEM.
Q&A: Exploring ethnic dynamics and climate change in Africa
Evan Lieberman, MIT professor of political science, discusses his research into perceptions among African and American citizens about the climate crisis and how their governments are responding.
2024 MIT Supply Chain Excellence Awards given to 35 undergraduates
2024 MIT Supply Chain Excellence Awards have been given to 35 undergraduates from around the U.S. Exceptional students receive tuition fellowships and conditional acceptance to the MIT Supply Chain Management master’s program.
Newly discovered Earth-sized planet may lack an atmosphere
SPECULOOS-3b is a nearby, Earth-sized planet that may lack an atmosphere, which may allow scientists to identify surface rocks and geological processes that shaped its landscape.
The MIT Bike Lab: A place for community, hands-on learning
The MIT Bike Lab, founded by graduate student Bianca Champenois, is an all-volunteer student-run bike shop providing repair and maintenance services to the community. The lab emphasizes hands-on learn
Robotic “SuperLimbs” could help moonwalkers recover from falls
SuperLimbs, a system of wearable robotic limbs designed by MIT engineers, can physically support an astronaut and lift them back on their feet after a fall, helping them conserve energy for other essential tasks.
3 Questions: Technology roadmapping in teaching and industry
MIT Professor Olivier de Weck answers three questions about technology roadmapping, which combines quantitative engineering analysis and strategic thinking to drive innovation.
Five MIT faculty elected to the National Academy of Sciences for 2024
MIT professors Guoping Feng, Piotr Indyk, Daniel Kleitman, Daniela Rus, Senthil Todadri, and nine MIT alumni were among the 120 members newly elected to the National Academy of Sciences for 2024.
Professor Emeritus Jerome Connor, pioneer in structural mechanics, dies at 91
Professor Emeritus Jerome J. Connor, pioneer in structural mechanics and longtime influential MIT faculty member in civil and environmental engineering, has died at age 91.
Scientists develop an affordable sensor for lead contamination
A new system could enable simple, low-cost detectors for monitoring water for lead contamination, and potentially other heavy metals as well.
Taking RNAi from interesting science to impactful new treatments
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, founded by MIT professors and former postdocs, is translating the promise of RNAi research into a new class of powerful therapies.