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Arthur Kerman, professor emeritus of physics, dies at 88
Former Laboratory for Nuclear Science and Center for Theoretical Physics director made important contributions to the study of nuclear structure and reactions.
David Carpenter: Purpose driven to the core
Nuclear scientist David Carpenter found his calling at MIT's Nuclear Reactor Laboratory — improving the performance and safety of nuclear power plants.
Three MIT alumni win 2017 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Fellowship funds graduate school studies for exceptional immigrants and children of immigrants.
Collegiate inventors awarded 2017 Lemelson-MIT Student Prize
Students recognized for inventive solutions to challenges in health care, transportation, food and agriculture, and consumer devices.
The sanity of the long-distance runner
Associate Professor Polina Anikeeva, in preparing for the Boston Marathon, shares her love of running.
Greg Walton: An inspirational story of success
Beloved IT service provider and consumer support engineer transformed a tough start into an award-winning career with MIT Information Systems and Technology.
3Q: J. Phillip Thompson on revitalizing Central Brooklyn
Advisor to $1.4 billion state plan sees health care as foundation for “Vital Brooklyn.”
Ash Carter to serve as MIT visiting innovation fellow
Former Secretary of Defense will work with students and researchers from School of Engineering and Sloan School of Management.
Report announces enhancements to policies on student medical leave and hospitalization
Committee outlines strategies for building student trust in support systems, encouraging help-seeking, and providing coordinated, compassionate care.
Three professors named 2017 MacVicar Fellows
Hare, Hughes, and Yang receive the Institute’s highest undergraduate teaching award.
3Q: Suzy Nelson on protections for transgender students at MIT
The Institute’s nondiscrimination policies will continue to offer vital protections for MIT’s transgender community, says the vice president and dean for student life.
MIT undertakes Grand Challenge for innovation in global vaccine manufacturing
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation awards MIT, University College London, and University of Kansas $17.6M for development and production of low-cost vaccines.