Collaborative learning — for robots Algorithm lets independent agents collectively produce a machine-learning model without aggregating data. June 25, 2014 Read full story →
39th MITES class welcomed to MIT Top high school students from across the country arrive on campus for six-week program June 24, 2014 Read full story →
New ultrastiff, ultralight material developed Nanostructured material based on repeating microscopic units has record-breaking stiffness at low density. June 19, 2014 Read full story →
A new way to detect leaks in pipes Self-propelled robotic device can speed through pipes, pinpointing leaks more accurately than existing methods. June 19, 2014 Read full story →
Affordable precision printing for pros MIT spinout Formlabs brings high-resolution, low-cost 3-D printing to makers, engineers and designers. June 3, 2014 Read full story →
Bake your own robot New algorithms and electronic components could enable printable robots that self-assemble when heated. May 30, 2014 Read full story →
Think fast, robot Algorithm that harnesses data from a new sensor could make autonomous robots more nimble. May 30, 2014 Read full story →
Advanced research gives EECS undergraduates the ‘big picture’ SuperUROP connects student creativity with tough challenges May 29, 2014 Read full story →
CSAIL convenes leading thinkers to discuss future of computing "MAC50" symposium celebrates 50 years of computer science at MIT. May 29, 2014 Read full story →
Lemelson-MIT InvenTeam students showcase invention projects at White House Science Fair Students from Natick High School and Newton North High School selected to exhibit. May 27, 2014 Read full story →
EECScon and Masterworks events raise awareness of student research Two venues provide industry, faculty, and student guests with full range and depth of research. May 22, 2014 Read full story →
Student-built robots compete on the slopes Simulated ski run challenges mechanical engineering students to produce a wide array of robots. May 9, 2014 Read full story →
Mixing it up Relocation brings together materials scientist, theoretical and experimental physicists as Physics of Living Systems group at MIT. May 7, 2014 Read full story →
Fast, furious, and soon to be electric The MIT Formula SAE team heats up the road April 23, 2014 Read full story →
A robot dives into search for Malaysian Airlines flight The AUV built by MIT spinout Bluefin Robotics will begin imaging the ocean floor in search of clues. April 17, 2014 Read full story →