Speedy robo-gripper reflexively organizes cluttered spaces
Rather than start from scratch after a failed attempt, the pick-and-place robot adapts in the moment to get a better hold.
Off-menu materials science
Rob Macfarlane synthesizes new composite materials by manipulating their structure at the nanometer scale.
Ingestible “electroceutical” capsule stimulates hunger-regulating hormone
The device, which uses electricity to boost hormone production in the stomach, could help to ease nausea and counteract appetite loss.
Driving toward data justice
Senior Amelia Dogan brings together computer science, city planning, and American studies to work for social change.
Six from MIT awarded 2023 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Fellowship funds graduate studies for outstanding immigrants and children of immigrants.
A simple paper test could offer early cancer diagnosis
The new diagnostic, which is based on analysis of urine samples, could also be designed to reveal whether a tumor has metastasized.
MIT graduate engineering, business, science programs ranked highly by U.S. News for 2023-24
Graduate engineering program is No. 1 in the nation; MIT Sloan is No. 4.
Researchers 3D print a miniature vacuum pump
The device would be a key component of a portable mass spectrometer that could help monitor pollutants, perform medical diagnoses in remote areas, or test Martian soil.
Two-component system could offer a new way to halt internal bleeding
The technology, which mimics the body’s natural clotting process, could help keep severely injured people alive until they are treated at a hospital.
Martin Wainwright named director of the Institute for Data, Systems, and Society
Widely recognized leader in statistics and machine learning to succeed Munther Dahleh.
Exploring the bow shock and beyond
PhD student Rishabh Datta seeks further understanding of astrophysical phenomena.
Eight from MIT elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences for 2023
The prestigious honor society announces more than 250 new members.
Vaccine printer could help vaccines reach more people
The printer generates vaccine-filled microneedle patches that can be stored long-term at room temperature and applied to the skin.
Miniscule device could help preserve the battery life of tiny sensors
Researchers demonstrate a low-power “wake-up” receiver one-tenth the size of other devices.
Exploring new sides of climate and sustainability research
With the support of each other and MIT faculty, students in the MCSC’s Climate and Sustainability Scholars Program are making their impact on real-world climate challenges.