Tiny “motors” are driven by light
Researchers demonstrate nanoscale particles that ordinary light sources can set spinning.
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New system allows optical “deep learning”
Neural networks could be implemented more quickly using new photonic technology.
New method for analyzing crystal structure
Exotic materials called photonic crystals reveal their internal characteristics with new method.
Ten from the Department of Physics honored by the American Physical Society
Prize winners include faculty, students, and alumni from all divisions.
New heads of house join undergraduate and graduate communities to start the fall semester
Areas of expertise include robotics, writing, physics, jewelry-making, and breakfast cereal.
Hot new solar cell
System converts solar heat into usable light, increasing device’s overall efficiency.
A nanophotonic comeback for incandescent bulbs?
Researchers combine the warm look of traditional light bulbs with 21st-century energy efficiency.
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New Marshall Scholar
MIT senior Võ Tiến Phong will study theoretical physics at Cambridge University.
Deshpande Center announces fall 2015 research grants
Fifteen research teams receive $1,151,000 to develop new technological innovations.
Heidi Williams wins MacArthur “genius grant”
Economist who studies medical research and intellectual property wins $625,000 prize.
How to spawn an “exceptional ring”
Researchers create exotic states that could lead to new kinds of sensors and optical devices.
Long-sought phenomenon finally detected
Weyl points, first predicted in 1929, observed for the first time.
Tech Reunions brings thousands back to MIT campus
Over 3,300 MIT alumni and friends from more than 75 graduating class years returned to campus for the 2015 Tech Reunions.
Alumni in red coats to celebrate Tech Reunions, Commencement
Some 3,300 MIT alumni and guests to visit campus for Tech Reunions; MIT community invited to watch faculty webcast on privacy and security.
Faculty highlight: Pablo Jarillo-Herrero
MIT physics professor has played a leading role in the development of revolutionary new artificial materials.