New approach could accelerate efforts to catalog vast numbers of cells
Data-sampling method makes “sketches” of unwieldy biological datasets while still capturing the full diversity of cell types.
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Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
A comprehensive map of how Alzheimer’s affects the brain
Analysis of genes altered by the disease could provide targets for new treatments.
J-Clinic names 18 grant recipients from across Institute
Projects will develop new AI technologies that detect and prevent diseases.
Better email automation
CSAIL team studies what email users want for better automating email — and proposes "YouPS" filtering tool.
3Q: Assessing MIT’s computing infrastructure needs
In planning for the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing, working group is exploring needs across all parts of the Institute.
Nanoparticles take a fantastic, magnetic voyage
Tiny robots powered by magnetic fields could help drug-delivery nanoparticles reach their targets.
Improving security as artificial intelligence moves to smartphones
Researchers unveil a tool for making compressed deep learning models less vulnerable to attack.
Preparing high schoolers for a tech-driven future
MIT researchers joined Cambridge Rindge and Latin School students for a two-day event focused on future-ready skills.
Dylan Cable wins 2019 Hertz Fellowship
Award funds graduate studies to advance groundbreaking applied science.
3Q: Setting academic parameters for the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing
Working Group on Curricula and Degrees co-chairs discuss their progress toward establishing credentials and courses for the college.
Vivienne Sze wins Edgerton Faculty Award
EECS faculty member is recognized for technical innovation, educational excellence, and efforts to advance women and underrepresented minorities in her field.
3Q: Structuring the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing
Co-chairs of the Organizational Structure working group discuss their goals and progress.
Four from MIT elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences for 2019
Prestigious honor society announces more than 200 new members.
Giving robots a better feel for object manipulation
Model improves a robot’s ability to mold materials into shapes and interact with liquids and solid objects.
Robots that can sort recycling
CSAIL’s "RoCycle" system uses in-hand sensors to detect if an object is paper, metal or plastic.