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Mechanical engineering
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MIT-Delft University of Technology team places third in Formula Student Germany driverless competition
Teams were scored on speed, construction, performance, and financial planning at one of the world’s largest student engineering competitions.
August 16, 2019 -
Tissue model reveals role of blood-brain barrier in Alzheimer’s
Study finds that Alzheimer’s damage allows toxins to enter the brain, further harming neurons.
August 12, 2019 -
Yearlong hackathon engages nano community around health issues
Hacking Nanomedicine kicks off a series of events to develop an idea over time.
August 9, 2019 -
Computer-aided knitting
New research from the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory uses machine learning to customize clothing designs.
August 6, 2019 -
School of Engineering second quarter 2019 awards
Faculty members recognized for excellence via a diverse array of honors, grants, and prizes over the past quarter.
July 30, 2019 -
New material could make it easier to remove colon polyps
Gel cushion used to elevate polyps during endoscopy could reduce the risk of tearing the colon lining.
July 30, 2019 -
Removing carbon dioxide from power plant exhaust
MIT researchers are developing a battery that could both capture carbon dioxide in power plant exhaust and convert it to a solid ready for safe disposal.
July 29, 2019 -
Microfluidics device helps diagnose sepsis in minutes
When time matters in hospitals, automated system can detect an early biomarker for the potentially life-threatening condition.
July 23, 2019 -
Celebrating a curious mind: Steven Keating 1988-2019
Steven Keating SM'12, PhD '16 inspired millions with his research-driven approach to battling cancer and his advocacy for open patient health data.
July 22, 2019 -
MIT and Fashion Institute of Technology join forces to create innovative textiles
Advanced functional fabrics workshop, held jointly with AFFOA and industrial partner New Balance, develops concepts for biodegradable footwear, active textiles.
July 17, 2019 -
Artificial “muscles” achieve powerful pulling force
New MIT system of contracting fibers could be a boon for biomedical devices and robotics.
July 11, 2019 -
Getting more heat out of sunlight
Material developed at MIT can passively capture solar heat for home heating or industrial applications.
July 1, 2019 -
MIT Energy Initiative awards seven Seed Fund grants for early-stage energy research
Annual MITEI awards support research on methane conversion, efficient energy provision, plastics recycling, and more.
July 1, 2019 -
A new way to make droplets bounce away
Engineers design surfaces that send rain flying away, potentially preventing icing or soaking.
June 27, 2019 -
Projects advance naval ship design and capabilities
At the annual MIT Ship Design and Technology Symposium, naval construction and engineering students presented their work on real-life naval design projects.
June 25, 2019 -
Graduate students win first place in 2019 Patagonia Case Competition
MIT PhD and MBA students proposed a winning solution for sustainable food and apparel packaging.
June 24, 2019 -
Engineering art
Stephanie Chou ’19 designs and builds an interactive mechanical art sculpture.
June 21, 2019 -
Engineers 3-D print flexible mesh for ankle and knee braces
Techniques could lead to personalized wearable and implantable devices.
June 19, 2019 -
QS ranks MIT the world’s No. 1 university for 2019-20
Ranked at the top for the eighth straight year, the Institute also places first in 11 of 48 disciplines.
June 18, 2019 -
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum honors MIT D-Lab with National Design Award
D-Lab noted for its "work to address the daily challenges of poverty through design."
June 18, 2019