Explained: P vs. NP
The most notorious problem in theoretical computer science remains open, but the attempts to solve it have led to profound insights.
A Global Collaboration to Chart the Future of Urban Mobility
MIT teams up with three universities in Singapore to develop smart, sustainable urban transportation solutions
A new way to measure muscle
MIT engineer Joel Dawson and colleagues built a handheld probe that could help doctors monitor muscle atrophy in patients with Lou Gehrig's Disease and similar ailments.
New methods are changing old materials
Computational approach to materials science could bring new properties even to familiar substances such as concrete and steel
Energy researchers find Obama an eager student
In the President's visit to MIT labs he showed keen interest, quick understanding and warm appreciation, say his hosts
Parallel course
As chip makers turn to multiple 'cores' to improve performance, MIT researchers help ease programmers' transition to parallel programming.
Letter to the community regarding President Barack Obama's visit
President will deliver address on America's leadership on clean energy
The easy way to go green
Alum's 'state-of-the-shelf' energy-efficient house is among a bevy of new ideas for curbing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions presented at MIT's annual Energy Night.
Tish Scolnik ’10 selected as one of Glamour Magazine’s Top 10 College Women
The October issue of Glamour Magazine has named 2009 Truman Scholar Tish Scolnik as one of their Top 10 College Women, recognizing her work on mobility issues for the disabled.