MIT student teams win top honors in NASA competition
Three MIT teams took five top awards in the 2026 NASA RASC-AL Competition for designing critical elements for the moon base and future missions to Mars.
MIT researchers advance toward greater bandwidth, more energy-efficient communications
The FUTUR-IC research program integrates electronics and photonics in microchip systems.
How data centers can better manage energy use
A new study suggests flexibility in the timing of electricity consumption could lower consumer costs.
Students from across the Northeast step inside MIT.nano’s cleanroom
A hands-on boot camp teaches integrated photonics to community and four-year college students in the region.
New chip could help tiny robots traverse complex environments
Researchers combined an efficient algorithm with dedicated hardware to rapidly generate 3D maps for navigation using minimal memory and power.
MIT in the media: For the future of tech, "Massachusetts can absolutely lead"
Leaders, faculty across MIT discuss fostering innovation and talent in Greater Boston in special series of articles published alongside the outlet's annual list of 'Tech Power Players'
Expanding and deepening climate reporting through local messengers
A new impact report shows how the MIT Environmental Solutions Journalism Fellowship has brought community-centered climate coverage to nearly 3 million readers and listeners.
Jinhua Zhao named head of the Department of Urban Studies and Planning
An expert in behavioral science and transportation, Zhao combines these studies with AI and public policy to address some of the most urgent challenges facing cities.
Startup’s nuclear-inspired cooling system could make data centers more sustainable
Founded by two researchers from MIT, Ferveret reduces the amount of energy and water required to cool the chips that power AI.
New laboratory at MIT aims to advance quantum research for the nation
The Quantum Systems Laboratory will catalyze quantum innovation and be open to government, academic, and industry researchers.
MIT researchers develop a low-cost technique to get lithium out of rocks
The low-temperature process could unlock cleaner lithium from America’s abundant hard rock while minimizing waste.
Place-based pathways to a viable future
Living Climate Futures Symposium explores climate challenges and solutions at the community level.
A day in the life of MIT Sloan Fellow Alecia Asiamigbe
The MBA student and entrepreneur is learning to lead a more resilient future with her renewable energy company.
Startup making reusable emergency housing wins MIT $100K competition
Uplift Microhome’s modular housing units can provide their own power and water, for faster deployments.
How the war in the Middle East is impacting global energy systems
Expect energy disruptions and economic damage, especially in developing countries, and prepare to build a more resilient, sustainable energy system, says International Energy Agency executive director.