Economist Robert Townsend wins Frisch Medal
Prestigious prize granted for research on Thailand’s villages.
3 Questions: Andrea Campbell interprets the Supreme Court’s health care decision
A political scientist whose work was cited in one justice’s opinion weighs in on the ruling and its implications.
Bits of buildings: How is computing changing the architect’s job?
In a new book, an MIT researcher looks at the influence of high-tech simulations on the profession of architecture.
Economists find evidence for famous hypothesis of ‘comparative advantage’
Why do nations trade goods instead of producing more themselves? An old theory, that countries specialize in the products they make well, may be on the money.
The complexities of cognitive comparisons
In experiments, linguists examine how we make everyday judgments about groups of objects.
Portugal’s foreign minister emphasizes commitment to ‘stability’ in Europe
In MIT talk, Portas underscores country’s intent to stay the course.
Frank Stanton Chair in Nuclear Security Policy Studies established in Department of Political Science
Endowed chair established with a gift of $5 million from the Stanton Foundation
Theater Arts Associate Professor Jay Scheib wins Obie Award
Honored for his production of World of Wires
Josh Shifrinson: decline of power play
Military strategy for a declining United States in a complex world
Andrea Campbell: Public opinion and policy viewed through an historical lens
Professor studies taxation, Social Security, health insurance and more.
Exploding the myths of manufacturing
MIT conference explores the complex state of an industry showing signs of revival.
Taking credit
When Thailand’s government started offering microfinance loans to villagers, did anyone benefit? An MIT economist investigates.
3 Questions: Hanna Rose Shell on the hidden history of camouflage
Historian of technology’s new book traces the surprisingly recent invention of a standard military practice.