Uncovering the rich connections between South Asia and MIT
Showcased in a new exhibit, student research explores the long history of South Asians at the Institute.
“Ballet des Porcelaines” at MIT
A contemporary reinterpretation of an 18th century ballet reveals the fragility of orientalist fantasies.
Exploring how new technologies are changing finance
MIT students team up with Hong Kong students and companies to explore emerging opportunities in fintech.
Helping cassava farmers by extending crop life
CassVita, founded by an MIT alumnus, has created a biotechnology to increase the shelf life of cassava, a nutritious but perishable root vegetable.
A bright light on New York’s Bengali past
“In Search of Bengali Harlem,” a new film co-created by Professor Vivek Bald, salutes South Asians who carved out new lives in the US, against the odds.
In the history lab, delving into the South Asian experience at MIT
Students in 21H.S04 explore stories of students and faculty from South Asia via oral histories and the Institute Archives/Distinctive Collections.
Bringing “cultural diplomacy” to the classics
Wiebke Denecke, an expert in East Asian literature, wants to add to the international, interdisciplinary study of the humanities at MIT.
“Yulia’s Dream” to support young, at-risk Ukrainian students of mathematics
MIT Department of Mathematics launches a free math enrichment and research program for Ukrainian high school students and refugees.
Advocating for vaccine equity
Postdoc Digbijay Mahat became a cancer researcher to improve health care in Nepal, but the Covid-19 pandemic exposed additional resource disparities.
Transforming the travel experience for the Hong Kong airport
Students propose solutions to re-imagine the customer experience for Hong Kong’s airport city development.
Understanding the war in Ukraine
At a recent seminar, MIT faculty analyzed Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
MIT community stands with Ukraine at candlelight rally
Hundreds gather in solidarity with MIT’s Ukrainian community while MIT offers support.
MIT Center for Real Estate launches the Asia Real Estate Initiative
New effort empowers MIT researchers to shape real estate’s future and build responsibly and sustainably.
Student-led MIT course provides an inside look at K-pop
Artists and industry professionals including AleXa join the online course, offering insights into Korean pop music.
Innovating delivery of financial services for Asian banks
MIT students collaborate with Hong Kong peers to propose fintech solutions during the MIT Entrepreneurship and Fintech Integrator.