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Automating big-data analysis
With new algorithms, data scientists could accomplish in days what has traditionally taken months.
3 Questions: Maria Zuber on stepping up MIT’s response to climate change
MIT’s vice president for research discusses the challenges ahead for MIT and the world.
A New York state of mind
Alumnus Michael Bryzek says there is life outside of Silicon Valley for entrepreneurs.
International Policy Lab issues second annual call for proposals to faculty and researchers
The IPL provides funding and policy outreach support to help MIT researchers connect with the policy world.
MIT to neutralize 17 percent of carbon emissions through purchase of solar energy
Partnership of three local organizations could set a sustainability example for others to follow.
Prepping a robot for its journey to Mars
Senior Sarah Hensley aims to improve Earth's most advanced humanoid robot, in advance of its trip to the Red Planet.
3Q: Fotini Christia and Ali Jadbabaie on researching the dynamics of sociopolitcal change
MIT faculty discuss how a multidisciplinary, multi-university collaboration helps us understand the mechanics of social and political change.
High-intensity fusion
MIT’s Alcator C-Mod nuclear reactor winds down — and defines its legacy on its final run.
Harnessing the power of citizens
PhD student Lily Bui works with communities around the world to gather data from the bottom up.
Materials-science innovation on display at MADMEC
Water-shedding coating for car windshields wins $10K grand prize at annual prototyping contest.
Electron-phonon interactions affect heat dissipation in computer chips
Study shows particle collisions may explain overheated circuits, improve thermoelectric devices.
Inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers with Boston STEM Week
MIT collaborates with Boston Public Schools to bring hands-on curricula to local students.
MIT Climate CoLab awards innovative climate proposals, presents $10,000 prize
Climate CoLab uses a crowd-based approach to surface high-potential proposals for climate change projects.
