Tommi Jaakkola appointed Thomas Siebel Professor in EECS and IDSS Leader in machine learning and natural language processing takes on professorship established by veteran software entrepreneur Thomas Siebel. April 26, 2017 Read full story →
David Goldston to lead MIT Washington Office Former Capitol Hill aide and policy advocate has worked with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. April 25, 2017 Read full story →
From fieldwork to the big screen Fourth annual CEE Video Competition highlights global research and opportunities. April 24, 2017 Read full story →
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. April 20, 2017 Read full story →
Visiting UAE professors describe “life-changing” experiences at MIT Junior faculty members from Masdar Institute plan to share insights with their own students in Abu Dhabi. April 13, 2017 Read full story →
Inside MIT.nano The MIT Corporation tours the state-of-the-art research facility taking shape in the heart of campus. April 7, 2017 Read full story →
MIT researchers launch technology evaluations for global development in Mali, India MIT's Comprehensive Initiative on Technology Evaluation announces its latest product evaluations and global partnerships. April 6, 2017 Read full story →
Hannah Diehl and Bryce Hwang named 2017-18 Goldwater Scholars Two MIT undergraduate students honored for their academic achievements. April 6, 2017 Read full story →
Ernesto Blanco, mechanical design professor and inventor of the stair-climbing wheelchair, dies at 94 Longtime professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering patented over a dozen inventions and inspired generations of engineers. April 5, 2017 Read full story →
Maria Zuber: Federal government has unique role in supporting scientific discovery MIT vice president for research and chair of National Science Board testifies before Congress. March 29, 2017 Read full story →
Celebrating 25 years of MIT-JR East Railway partnership Professor Joseph Sussman honored for his 25 years of service as JR East Professor March 27, 2017 Read full story →
A measurable improvement in STEM access for the blind Two MIT graduate students have developed a device that provides better access to STEM materials for the blind and low-vision community. March 22, 2017 Read full story →
At Hollywood studios in Los Angeles, a celebration of MIT’s ingenuity and drive Mexico City and Washington are upcoming host cities for the Better World tour. March 20, 2017 Read full story →
Three professors named 2017 MacVicar Fellows Hare, Hughes, and Yang receive the Institute’s highest undergraduate teaching award. March 13, 2017 Read full story →
MIT-Israel welcomes new faculty advisor Professor Eran Ben-Joseph joins Christine Ortiz as co-director of MISTI’s Israel program. March 8, 2017 Read full story →