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MIT student wins first-ever Stephen Hawking Junior Medal for Science Communication

Gitanjali Rao, a rising junior majoring in biological engineering, received the prestigious award created by the late theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author.

July 1, 2025

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New method combines imaging and sequencing to study gene function in intact tissue

The approach collects multiple types of imaging and sequencing data from the same cells, leading to new insights into mouse liver biology.

June 30, 2025

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President Emeritus Reif reflects on successes as a technical leader

At a fireside chat, L. Rafael Reif and Anantha P. Chandrakasan discussed the importance of developing engineering leadership skills to solve the world’s most challenging problems.

June 30, 2025

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Accelerating scientific discovery with AI

FutureHouse, co-founded by Sam Rodriques PhD ’19, has developed AI agents to automate key steps on the path toward scientific progress.

June 30, 2025

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Using generative AI to help robots jump higher and land safely

MIT CSAIL researchers combined GenAI and a physics simulation engine to refine robot designs. The result: a machine that out-jumped a robot designed by humans.

June 27, 2025

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MIT and Mass General Brigham launch joint seed program to accelerate innovations in health

The MIT-MGB Seed Program, launched with support from Analog Devices Inc., will fund joint research projects that advance technology and clinical research.

June 27, 2025

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Face-to-face with Es Devlin

The celebrated artist and designer creates connection at all scales.

June 26, 2025

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Summer 2025 reading from MIT

Enjoy these recent titles from Institute faculty and staff.

June 26, 2025

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Merging AI and underwater photography to reveal hidden ocean worlds

The LOBSTgER research initiative at MIT Sea Grant explores how generative AI can expand scientific storytelling by building on field-based photographic data.

June 25, 2025

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The tenured engineers of 2025

Eleven faculty members have been granted tenure in six units across MIT’s School of Engineering.

June 24, 2025

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Researchers present bold ideas for AI at MIT Generative AI Impact Consortium kickoff event

Presentations targeted high-impact intersections of AI and other areas, such as health care, business, and education.

June 20, 2025

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New 3D chips could make electronics faster and more energy-efficient

The low-cost, scalable technology can seamlessly integrate high-speed gallium nitride transistors onto a standard silicon chip.

June 18, 2025

Caitlin Morris smiles while seated in a makerspace at MIT, with tools, a yellow desk lamp, and design equipment visible in the background.

Combining technology, education, and human connection to improve online learning

Caitlin Morris, a PhD student and 2024 MAD Fellow affiliated with the MIT Media Lab, designs digital learning platforms that make room for the “social magic” that influences curiosity and motivation.

June 17, 2025

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Unpacking the bias of large language models

In a new study, researchers discover the root cause of a type of bias in LLMs, paving the way for more accurate and reliable AI systems.

June 17, 2025

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A sounding board for strengthening the student experience

Composed of “computing bilinguals,” the Undergraduate Advisory Group provides vital input to help advance the mission of the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing.

June 17, 2025

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New method combines imaging and sequencing to study gene function in intact tissue

President Emeritus Reif reflects on successes as a technical leader

Accelerating scientific discovery with AI

Using generative AI to help robots jump higher and land safely

MIT and Mass General Brigham launch joint seed program to accelerate innovations in health

Face-to-face with Es Devlin

Summer 2025 reading from MIT

Merging AI and underwater photography to reveal hidden ocean worlds

The tenured engineers of 2025

Researchers present bold ideas for AI at MIT Generative AI Impact Consortium kickoff event

New 3D chips could make electronics faster and more energy-efficient

Combining technology, education, and human connection to improve online learning

Unpacking the bias of large language models

A sounding board for strengthening the student experience

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