Using artificial intelligence to improve early breast cancer detection Model developed at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory could reduce false positives and unnecessary surgeries. October 16, 2017 Read full story →
School of Engineering third quarter awards Faculty and staff researchers recognized with a diverse array of awards, prizes, grants, and other honors. October 13, 2017 Read full story →
Innovating for shared prosperity MIT’s Inclusive Innovation Challenge awards over $1 million to organizations harnessing technology to create greater economic opportunity for workers. October 13, 2017 Read full story →
Teleoperating robots with virtual reality A virtual reality system from the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory could make it easier for factory workers to telecommute. October 11, 2017 Read full story →
Regina Barzilay wins MacArthur “genius grant” MIT computer scientist who studies natural language processing and machine learning wins $625,000 prize. October 11, 2017 Read full story →
An algorithm for your blind spot Using smartphone cameras, system for seeing around corners could help with self-driving cars and search-and-rescue. October 9, 2017 Read full story →
Designing for a more equitable world D-Lab founder Amy Smith teaches MIT students to tap into the heart of international development. October 6, 2017 Read full story →
Celebrating the life of doctoral student and alumnus Michael B. Cohen Faculty, friends, and family pay tribute to an intellectually generous scholar. October 5, 2017 Read full story →
Tackling the world’s challenges in the field MISTI media contest showcases MIT students working to build a better world. October 2, 2017 Read full story →
Shirley Jackson speaks about her career and being an agent for change Professor Paula Hammond talks with MIT Corporation life member about her experiences as an MIT student, research scientist, and university president. September 29, 2017 Read full story →
Clearing the air At Plume Labs in Paris, MIT-France interns take on an invisible threat by helping to develop a wearable device that tracks indoor and outdoor air quality. September 29, 2017 Read full story →
John Durant plans a new era for the MIT Museum A new purpose-built museum will be an experimental place for wider conversations. September 27, 2017 Read full story →
“Superhero” robot wears different outfits for different tasks Shape-shifting device from CSAIL can walk, roll, sail, and glide using recyclable exoskeletons. September 27, 2017 Read full story →
Gene Keselman named MIT Innovation Initiative executive director Longtime U.S. Air Force officer, entrepreneur, and nonprofit executive joins the initiative to help build out the next phase of its mission. September 21, 2017 Read full story →
Babies can learn that hard work pays off Study finds infants try harder after seeing adults struggle to achieve a goal. September 21, 2017 Read full story →