New finding may explain heat loss in fusion reactors
Solving a longstanding mystery, MIT experiments reveal two forms of turbulence interacting.
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Inspiring the next generation of nuclear engineers
Nuclear science and engineering community leads “Science on Saturday” outreach at MIT.
Wireless sensors could make diesel engines greener
Startup’s sensors measure soot and ash buildup in filters to help engines burn more efficiently.
Carolena Ruprecht: On board with nuclear engineering for the Navy
Following graduation this June, senior Carolena Ruprecht will lead a crew maintaining nuclear-powered systems for the U.S. Navy.
Sharing fusion research with 3-D, video games, and comics
Members of MIT's Plasma Science and Fusion Center wow colleagues, students, and teachers with a 3-D tour of the Institute's nuclear fusion experiment.
Alex Tinguely: Working toward a fusion future
After starting his physics education with online courses, an MIT graduate student is now practicing cutting-edge research in nuclear fusion at MIT.
MIT Energy Initiative issues call for energy research Seed Fund grant proposals
Open through Dec. 9, Seed Fund supports innovative research across the energy spectrum.
3 Questions: Maria Zuber on MIT’s climate action plan
MIT’s vice president for research looks ahead to implementation.
Joseph Minervini appointed as assistant director of Plasma Science and Fusion Center
International expert in fusion and magnet technology succeeds Peter Catto, who had served as assistant director since 2000.
Cory Booker and Ken Kimmel visit MIT Alcator C-Mod fusion device
U.S. Senator and Union of Concerned Scientists president explore new superconducting technology at the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center.
MIT announces five-year plan for action on climate change
Hundreds of millions sought for low-carbon research; advocacy for carbon pricing; a call to the alumni and beyond.
Analyzing protein structures in their native environment
Enhanced-sensitivity NMR could reveal new clues to how proteins fold.