MIT students tour factories in China’s manufacturing hub
During Independent Activities Period, students traveled to the Guangdong province for a behind-the-scenes look as part of the MISTI-China Program.
Study: China’s new policies will lower CO2 emissions faster, without preventing economic growth
MIT professor sees coal use peaking within next decade and emissions dropping soon after.
Dispatches from the Paris climate talks
MIT attendees of COP21 share experiences, perspectives on outcomes
Three from MIT named inaugural Schwarzman Scholars
New award pays for one-year master's at Tsinghua University in China.
Building analytical tools to improve understanding of China's political economy
PhD student Yiqing Xu applies new methodology for better insight into the Chinese political economy.
M. Taylor Fravel advises U.S. government officials on South China Sea disputes
Research merges security policy, political science, and international relations.
Sharing climate research and strategies in Paris
MIT events throughout climate talks underscore Institute’s global perspectives and partnerships.
3 Questions: David Singer on China and the renminbi
MIT political scientist looks beyond the headlines about China’s new currency status.
MIT Global Studies and Languages announces new Cantonese class
Pilot program will teach beginning-level Cantonese during the 2016 Independent Activities Period.
Will the Paris climate summit lead to a cooler planet?
Leading climate economists discuss prospects for a global agreement.
MIT announces “Innovation Node” in Hong Kong
Collaborative space will give students and faculty access to unique resources to accelerate innovation.
DUSP, CRE, and STL Lab award $1.5 million in first round of faculty research funding
Thirteen grants awarded to MIT faculty and researchers from four different schools.
New insights into carbon emissions in China
New research takes a look at whether policies can curtail the growth of harmful greenhouse gases.
3 Questions: Amanda Giang on controlling mercury pollution in India and China
MIT graduate student studies how a new U.N. treaty could affect mercury emissions from coal power plants in Asia.