Second annual Women in Data Science conference showcases research, explores challenges
Co-hosted by MIT's Institute for Data, Systems, and Society, WiDS Cambridge brings together students, academic leaders, and industry partners.
Featured video: Solving a Rubik's Cube in record time
A robot developed by MIT students Ben Katz and Jared Di Carlo can solve a Rubik’s Cube in a record-breaking 0.38 seconds.
A machine-learning approach to inventory-constrained dynamic pricing
New study shows that Thompson sampling can be naturally combined with a classical linear program formulation to include inventory constraints.
From coolants to a carbon-constrained world
An early calling for clean energy propels undergraduate Ka-Yen Yau’s research on the next generation of nuclear technology.
“Body on a chip” could improve drug evaluation
Human tissue samples linked by microfluidic channels replicate interactions of multiple organs.
The autonomous “selfie drone”
Alumni’s video-capturing drone tracks moving subjects while freely navigating any environment.
Students build assistive technologies at MIT’s annual ATHack
Citizens with disabilities from Greater Boston and students gathered to build prototypes of personalized assistive devices.
The "Infinite" in the Bay Area
MIT faculty and students bring their health care research, and enthusiasm, to alumni in California.
MIT and newly formed company launch novel approach to fusion power
Goal is for research to produce a working pilot plant within 15 years.
3Q: Zach Hartwig on MIT's big push on fusion
Researchers will work with industrial collaborators to pursue fusion as a source of carbon-free power.
Evading in-flight lightning strikes
MIT study shows electrically charging planes would reduce their risk of being struck by lightning.
Scientists gain new visibility into quantum information transfer
Advance holds promise for “wiring” of quantum computers and other systems, and opens new avenues for understanding basic workings of the quantum realm.
MIT Intelligence Quest kicks off
A star-studded lineup helps the Institute celebrate the launch of a new initiative on human and machine intelligence.
Smart manufacturing program boosts productivity in factories
MIT Smart Manufacturing Leadership Program provides education, hands-on experience to leaders at manufacturing giant.