Facing the global refugee crisis
At MIT event, scholars and relief workers warn current problems could be “the tip of the iceberg.”
Search Stories
Expecting the unexpected
In new book, MIT professor explains how companies can lessen the shocks of a volatile world.
From screen to stage
MIT’s Jay Scheib and Keeril Makan turn the famous film “Persona” into a new opera.
Heidi Williams wins MacArthur “genius grant”
Economist who studies medical research and intellectual property wins $625,000 prize.
A natural light switch
MIT scientists identify and map the protein behind a light-sensing mechanism.
Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker heralds innovation-based growth
Discussion with President Reif during MIT visit focuses on policy support for new growth.
Inside climate politics
Study: Pattern of winners and losers explains U.S. policy on fuel subsidies.
New legal program to support students
MIT and Boston University School of Law launch innovative collaboration in business and cyber law.
The sound of (new) music
MIT composer Tod Machover debuts multiple new works at prestigious Lucerne Festival.
Timing devices
Anna Mikusheva refines the tools of time-series econometrics to develop better forecasting.
How language gives your brain a break
Study: In dozens of languages, words that work together stay together.