MIT researchers discuss the new "multi-messenger" era of astrophysics research
Mavalvala, Evans, Frebel, Katsavounidis, and Vitale discuss the science behind LIGO's observations of a neutron star collision.
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3Q: Ian Waitz on graduate housing, other priorities
Vice chancellor reflects upon his first few months on the job, progress to date, and future plans.
At The HUB, a celebration of art, technology, and innovation
Student volunteers at HUBweek exhibits share MIT’s creative spirit with the public.
Ritu Raman named L’Oréal Women in Science Fellow
Postdoc in the Langer Lab is honored for her contributions to the advancement of STEM fields and for her support of women and girls in science.
Deshpande Center and J-WAFS announce fall 2017 research grants
Twenty-two research teams receive $1,443,000 to develop new technological innovations.
Toward efficient high-pressure desalination
Surprisingly, pressurization isn’t to blame for fouling of membranes, study finds.
School of Engineering third quarter awards
Faculty and staff researchers recognized with a diverse array of awards, prizes, grants, and other honors.
Elazer Edelman honored with Cardiovascular Research Foundation career achievement award
The 2017 Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics Career Achievement Award honors a pioneering biomedical engineer, scientist, professor, and cardiologist.
Small European nation becomes a “living lab” for urban innovation researchers
Andorra funds MIT Media Lab technologies that, in turn, help improve the nation’s cities.
Grad students earn Department of Energy computational fellowships
Ahrens, Rathbun, Silmore, and Wei are recognized for tackling complex science and engineering problems of national importance.
Regina Barzilay wins MacArthur “genius grant”
MIT computer scientist who studies natural language processing and machine learning wins $625,000 prize.
JoAnne Stubbe wins Pearl Meister Greengard Prize
Awarded annually by The Rockefeller University, the award recognizes accomplishments of outstanding women in science.
“Art teaches us how to disrupt”
Why MIT’s Gediminas Urbonas helped produce a new book about art and public space.
Nuclear and present danger
MIT security experts discuss how to lower tensions between the U.S. and North Korea.
Exploring the new world of online credentials
Summit showcases dramatic growth of online learning and explores synergy with residential education.