3 Questions: Calestous Juma on African development
MIT event spotlights new approaches to economic growth on the continent.
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Keeping score
Newly tenured professor Michael Cuthbert dives into old music to recreate the art of centuries past.
Q&A: John Durant and David Kaiser on spurring public interest in science
Report on novel forms of science engagement raises new questions about outreach.
Making the case for Keynes
Peter Temin’s new book explains how John Maynard Keynes’ ideas relate to today’s global economy.
Should scientists handle retractions differently?
Study: Retracted papers needlessly stigmatize and jeopardize solid research in related fields.
Inspired readings
Meet MIT professor Arthur Bahr, a former figure skater who makes medieval literature come alive.
The history man
Nuclear security expert Francis Gavin brings a historical approach to the study of international politics.
3 Questions: Jayakanth Srinivasan on mental health in the military
Researcher earns U.S. Army’s “Outstanding Civilian Service” award for helping restructure medical care.
Advanced thin-film technique could deliver long-lasting medication
Nanoscale, biodegradable drug-delivery method could provide a year or more of steady doses.
MIT economist Nancy Rose to take Department of Justice position
Expert in regulation and market competition will take leave to spearhead DOJ’s economic analysis.
Why let your sales force influence product prices?
Professors offer a new hypothesis on why businesses allow salespeople to lobby for lower prices.
Study: Contrary to image, city politicians do adapt to voters
Urban politicians in the U.S. are responsive to voters’ views, regardless of the form of government.
3 Questions: Kenneth Oye on the regulation of genetic engineering
Political scientist discusses regulatory gaps in assessing the impact of “gene drives.”
JoAnn Carmin, expert on cities and climate change, dies at age 56
Professor examined urban responses to climate change; conducted extensive research in Africa, South America.