Propelling atomically layered magnets toward green computers
MIT scientists have tackled key obstacles to bringing 2D magnetic materials into practical use, setting the stage for the next generation of energy-efficient computers.
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MIT Haystack scientists prepare a constellation of instruments to observe the solar eclipse’s effects
In a first, four different technologies will monitor changes in the upper atmosphere, locally and across the continent, as the sun’s radiation dips.
Researchers 3D print key components for a point-of-care mass spectrometer
The low-cost hardware outperforms state-of-the-art versions and could someday enable an affordable, in-home device for health monitoring.
Unlocking new science with devices that control electric power
Seron Electronics, founded by Mo Mirvakili PhD ’17, makes research equipment with applications including microelectronics, clean energy, optics, biomedicine, and beyond.
MIT researchers discover “neutronic molecules”
Study shows neutrons can bind to nanoscale atomic clusters known as quantum dots. The finding may provide insights into material properties and quantum effects.
A first-ever complete map for elastic strain engineering
New research by a team of MIT engineers offers a guide for fine-tuning specific material properties.
VIAVI Solutions joins MIT.nano Consortium
International technology company becomes sustaining member of industry group.
Future nuclear power reactors could rely on molten salts — but what about corrosion?
MIT researchers show that using the right metals could alleviate the corrosion problem in these promising new reactor designs.
Pushing material boundaries for better electronics
Associate Professor Jeehwan Kim is exploring systems that could take over where silicon leaves off.
Envisioning a time when people age without fear of dementia
Moved by the human devastation and scientific conundrum of Alzheimer’s, William Li seeks to work on therapies for the disease.
“Imagine it, build it” at MIT
In class 2.679 (Electronics for Mechanical Systems II) a hands-on approach provides the skills engineers use to create and solve problems.
Boosting student engagement and workforce development in microelectronics
Northeast Microelectronics Coalition Hub funding will expand the reach of the Northeast Microelectronics Internship Program for first- and second-year college students.
Exploring the cellular neighborhood
Software allows scientists to model shapeshifting proteins in native cellular environments.
Three Lincoln Laboratory inventions named IEEE Milestones
Achievements in air traffic control, microelectronics, and lasers are recognized for their lasting benefit to humanity.
Startup accelerates progress toward light-speed computing
Lightmatter, founded by three MIT alumni, is using photonic computing to reinvent how chips communicate and calculate.