Inferring urban travel patterns from cellphone data
Big-data analysis could give city planners timelier, more accurate alternatives to commuter surveys.
Celebrating 20 years of the MIT Summer Philharmonic Orchestra
Conductor George Ogata '92 honored for his years of service at MIT Professional Education-sponsored event.
MIT announces Solve program activities
Addressing the world’s most pressing issues, second year of program will focus on in-person gatherings, solution proposals.
J. Meejin Yoon, Alex Anmahian among winners of Northern Avenue Bridge Competition
Winning proposals would create civic spaces while restoring infrastructure.
An economist delves into charter schools
PhD student Elizabeth Setren brings data to bear on questions about local education policy.
New Access MIT program offers free public transit to MIT employees
Plan gives commuters flexibility to choose, day-to-day, how they get to campus.
Startup launches theft-proof, weatherproof bikes
Slava Menn aims to make cycling safer and easier in cities worldwide.
MIT receives six historical preservation awards
Cambridge Historical Commission honors campus renewal efforts.
A new era set to begin in Kendall Square
New buildings, open space, and restaurants, plus research and commercial space, to bring all-day activity to the innovation hub.
Run, jump, fly: Student aviators to compete in national Flugtag competition
AeroAstro grad students are building a human-powered aircraft that will (hopefully) fly over the Charles River.
Moving spectacle
MIT marks 100 years in Cambridge with “Crossing the Charles” parade and evening celebration.
Crowdsourcing the Silver Line commute
New app from MIT researchers gathers rider feedback to improve Boston bus service.