MIT’s Science Policy Initiative holds 15th annual Executive Visit Days
Students and postdocs traveled to Washington to learn about federal science and technology policymaking.
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Robots that spare warehouse workers the heavy lifting
Founded by MIT alumni, the Pickle Robot Company has developed machines that can autonomously load and unload trucks inside warehouses and logistic centers.
MIT School of Engineering faculty and staff receive awards in summer 2025
Faculty members and researchers were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.
Driving American battery innovation forward
At MITEI’s Fall Colloquium, General Motors’ battery development expert emphasized how affordability, accessibility, and commercialization can position the US as a leader in battery tech.
The unsung role of logistics in the US military
The MIT Supply Chain Management master's program hosts three Military Fellows each year from the US Army, reflecting the long-standing relationship between the military and the logistics industry.
MIT Energy Initiative conference spotlights research priorities amidst a changing energy landscape
Industry leaders agree collaboration is key to advancing critical technologies.
Introducing the MIT-GE Vernova Climate and Energy Alliance
Five-year collaboration between MIT and GE Vernova aims to accelerate the energy transition and scale new innovations.
Bigger datasets aren’t always better
MIT researchers developed a way to identify the smallest dataset that guarantees optimal solutions to complex problems.
MIT startup aims to expand America’s lithium production
Lithios, founded by Mo Alkhadra PhD ’22 and Professor Martin Bazant, is scaling up an electrochemical lithium extraction technology to secure supply chains of the critical metal.
MIT Energy Initiative launches Data Center Power Forum
MIT faculty and MITEI member company experts address power demand from data centers.
Battery-powered appliances make it easy to switch from gas to electric
Founded by Sam Calisch SM ’14, PhD ’19, Copper offers electric kitchen ranges that plug into standard wall outlets, with no electrical upgrades required.
Why some quantum materials stall while others scale
In a new study, MIT researchers evaluated quantum materials’ potential for scalable commercial success — and identified promising candidates.
Report: Sustainability in supply chains is still a firm-level priority
Analysis from MIT’s Center for Transportation and Logistics finds companies are still acting to reduce emissions, but often lag in measurement techniques.
MIT named No. 2 university by U.S. News for 2025-26
Undergraduate engineering, computer science, and business programs are all No. 1.
Power-outage exercises strengthen the resilience of US bases
Now mandated by law, Lincoln Laboratory’s blackout drills are improving national security and ensuring mission readiness.