Ferroelectric-graphene-based system could lead to improved information processing
New system uses two-dimensional structures to guide plasmonic waves at ultrashort wavelength, offering a new platform for memory and computer chips.
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Surprising turns in magnetic thin films could lead to better data storage
MIT researchers discover efficient control of magnetism in chiral ferromagnets.
Automated ‘coach’ could help with social interactions
New software system from MIT could help people improve their conversational and interview skills.
Rain doesn’t dampen excitement of MIT’s 2013 Commencement
Dropbox CEO Drew Houston ’05 tells graduates: 'The people are the reason why there’s only one MIT.'
Fine-tuning emissions from quantum dots
New MIT analysis should enable development of improved color displays and biomedical monitoring systems.
A new kind of chemical ‘glue’
Method for attaching molecules to metal surfaces could find applications in medicine, electronics and other fields.
An electrical switch for magnetism
MIT researchers develop a new approach to controlling the motion of magnetic domains; work could lead to low-power computer memory.
Solving a semiconductor riddle
New observations of material disprove leading theory about LED brightness, opening new avenues for research.
Balance is key to making quantum-dot solar cells work
MIT team finds that the ratio of component atoms is vital to performance.
Stacking 2-D materials produces surprising results
New experiments reveal previously unseen effects, could lead to new kinds of electronics and optical devices.
Students with toys: Not just playing around
In mechanical engineering department’s toy-design class, teams design creative board games, plush toys and puzzles.
Secret of efficient photosynthesis is decoded
MIT researchers find that the key to purple bacteria’s light-harvesting prowess lies in highly symmetrical molecules.
British Prime Minister David Cameron visits MIT
Personable robots, advanced prosthetics and entrepreneurship figure prominently in campus visit.
Research update: Team observes real-time charging of a lithium-air battery
Imaging reveals what happens during charging; could lead to improved batteries for electric cars.
In 2.007, slow and steady wins the race
Final tournament of robots in mechanical engineering class features wide variety of designs and strategies.