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Inside the unconscious brain
New study reveals brain-wave patterns that mark loss of consciousness during anesthesia.
Q&A: Michel DeGraff on teaching STEM in Kreyòl
A model for reaching science-hungry students around the world who speak local languages
Composing for loudspeakers: computer music pioneer John Chowning visits MIT
The inventor of FM synthesis, Chowning revolutionized the music industry; saw a glimpsing into the future of music at the Institute.
MIT OpenCourseWare marks 10th anniversary of pilot site launch
The first materials from 32 courses were published in a pilot site launched 10 years ago last month.
What number is halfway between 1 and 9? Is it 5 — or 3?
A new information-theoretical model of human sensory perception and memory sheds light on some peculiarities of the nervous system.
Smoother dashboard typefaces might enhance driver safety
AgeLab study suggests ‘humanist’ lettering style is easier for drivers to read quickly.
Inaugural concert celebrates President Reif and Music at MIT
Council for the Arts at MIT sponsors inaugural concert including the Caracas Brass
Watching electrons move at high speed
New MIT system allows femtosecond-resolution movie of electrons in a topological insulator, a promising new electronic material.
World-class musician Mark Stewart comes to the Glass Lab
In a yearlong residency, the musician and instrument designer will build a glass orchestra with MIT students.
Getting (drugs) under your skin
Using ultrasound waves, researchers boost skin’s permeability to drugs.
