American Academy in Rome appoints John Ochsendorf as 23rd director
MIT professor in architecture and engineering will serve three-year term.
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The Engine names startup and investing veteran Katie Rae as president and CEO
MIT’s new startup accelerator also announces its Board of Directors and Investment Advisory Committee.
"Aerocene" soars at the 47th World Economic Forum
Climate-conscious sculptures influence world perspectives in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland.
3 Questions: How philosophy can address the problem of climate change
MIT professor of philosophy Kieran Setiya explores how individuals and societies can think about and act on climate change.
West Garage site identified for new undergraduate residence hall
Centrally located dorm will enhance student life and learning experience, vibrancy of West Campus.
In London, a celebration of MIT’s innovative spirit and growing European community
The Better World series will continue in Tel Aviv, Los Angeles, Mexico City, and Washington.
Smart city fixtures
Startup brings solar-powered, phone-charging park benches and digital signs to cities worldwide.
LEGO Foundation endows Media Lab fellowships in honor of Seymour Papert
New graduate student fellowship program announced at Media Lab event celebrating the life and work of Seymour Papert.
Energy-efficient design
MIT researchers are helping architects optimize both design and energy efficiency.
Play Labs, a playful tech accelerator for MIT students and alumni, launches
MIT Game Lab, Bayview Labs, and Seraph Group announce funding, facilities, and mentorship for startups focusing on virtual, augmented, and mixed reality.
How the U.S. can beat hepatitis C: Don’t buy the pills, buy the company
Pharma veteran and MIT visiting scientist Mark Trusheim advances a provocative solution to overcome treatment costs.
Art, engineering, and architecture
Freshman seminar inspires students to see the world with fresh eyes.
MIT and Eni extend energy collaboration
In Rome, MIT President Reif and Eni CEO Descalzi discuss low-carbon breakthroughs and future research.
Two from MIT share National Academy of Engineering Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ Prize
Professor James Fujimoto, Eric Swanson SM '84, and collaborators lauded for optical coherence tomography.