The mathematics of taste
By using ‘genetic programming’ to crossbreed algorithms, researchers help flavor companies figure out what their customers like.
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The faster-than-fast Fourier transform
For a large range of practically useful cases, MIT researchers find a way to increase the speed of one of the most important algorithms in the information sciences.
The quantifier
By helping biologists turn their hunches into rigorous mathematical models, Polina Golland builds software that interprets medical images.
Self-aware computing project named a 'world changing' idea by Scientific American
Project Angstrom selected by magazine's editors; featured in December issue
MIT launches online learning initiative
'MITx' will offer courses online and make online learning tools freely available.
Putting the ‘art’ in artificial intelligence
CSAIL associate professor develops AI systems that can interpret images.
Kellis wins Niki Award
CSAIL principal investigator honored for contributions to science and technology.
Streamlining chip design
Designers of mobile devices need to think hard about which functions to implement in hardware and which in software. A new programming language makes that much easier.
Inside an innovation ecosystem
History, proximity and serendipity make Kendall Square fertile ground for the next big idea.
Mimicking the brain, in silicon
New computer chip models how neurons communicate with each other at synapses.
CSAIL robots take center stage
Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory Principal Investigator Daniela Rus collaborated with modern dance company Pilobolus this past year to bring flying robots to the stage.
