Topic
Chemical engineering
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New surface treatment could improve refrigeration efficiency
A slippery surface for liquids with very low surface tension promotes droplet formation, facilitating heat transfer.
May 15, 2019 -
Robert Langer wins 2019 Dreyfus Prize for Chemistry in Support of Human Health
Institute professor is honored for transformative work in drug delivery and tissue engineering.
May 14, 2019 -
Making it real
Students in a cross-disciplinary projects course are working on real-world engineering problems posed by companies and MIT research labs.
May 13, 2019 -
Ambient plant illumination could light the way for greener buildings
Collaboration between MIT architect and chemical engineer could be at the center of new sustainable infrastructure for buildings.
May 9, 2019 -
3Q: Susan Hockfield on a new age of living machines
Convergence research at MIT and beyond seeks new solutions for global challenges.
May 7, 2019 -
School of Engineering first quarter 2019 awards
Faculty members recognized for excellence via a diverse array of honors, grants, and prizes over the last quarter.
May 3, 2019 -
Three from MIT elected to the National Academy of Sciences for 2019
Faculty members Edward Boyden, Paula Hammond, and Aviv Regev recognized for “distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.”
May 1, 2019 -
From science class to the stock exchange
“I’m all about finding connections,” says senior Stephon Henry-Rerrie about his path from engineering to the financial sector.
April 30, 2019 -
IDEAS challenge showcases social ventures at MIT
Ten student teams receive $100,000 in combined awards to pursue their impact-driven projects.
April 30, 2019 -
In it together: Faculty mentors and graduate students
Professors Lienhard, Murcott, Olsen, and Rayo honored as Committed to Caring mentors.
April 22, 2019 -
2019 Change-Makers honored for fighting sexual misconduct
Violence Prevention and Response and Title IX and Bias Response Office celebrate individuals and departments for standing up to sexual harassment and assault.
April 22, 2019 -
Five from MIT win 2019 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Award funds graduate studies for talented immigrants and children of immigrants.
April 11, 2019 -
Shrinking the carbon footprint of a chemical in everyday objects
New method for synthesizing the epoxides found in plastics, textiles, and pharmaceuticals could be powered by electricity.
April 9, 2019 -
Greener, more efficient natural gas filtration
Novel membrane material removes more impurities, without the need for toxic solvents.
April 8, 2019 -
Ethics, computing, and AI: Perspectives from MIT
Faculty representing all five MIT schools offer views on the ethical and societal implications of new technologies.
March 18, 2019 -
Reducing the burden of tuberculosis treatment
Drug delivery system would allow patients to switch from daily to monthly doses.
March 13, 2019 -
MIT graduate engineering, business programs earn top rankings from U.S. News for 2020
Graduate engineering program is No. 1 in the nation; MIT Sloan is No. 3.
March 12, 2019 -
Students helping to make islands carbon neutral
MIT Energy Initiative program is using design thinking to solve energy issues on Martha’s Vineyard and beyond.
March 8, 2019 -
New optical imaging system could be deployed to find tiny tumors
Near-infrared technology pinpoints fluorescent probes deep within living tissue; may be used to detect cancer earlier.
March 7, 2019 -
QS World University Rankings rates MIT No. 1 in 11 subjects for 2019
Institute ranks within the top 2 in 17 of 48 subject areas.
February 26, 2019