Lincoln Laboratory establishes Biotechnology and Human Systems Division
Will focus on responding to disasters and humanitarian crises, defending against biothreats, addressing climate change, and improving human health and performance.
Cracking the secrets of an emerging branch of physics
In a new realm of materials, PhD student Thanh Nguyen uses neutrons to hunt for exotic properties that could power real-world applications.
Massive, swift federal investment needed to address climate change, panelists say
Policymakers are hopeful that a Biden administration will encourage congressional action.
Powering through the coming energy transition
Carbon capture and storage are key to achieving climate goals.
Study identifies reasons for soaring nuclear plant cost overruns in the U.S.
Analysis points to ways engineering strategies could be reimagined to minimize delays and other unanticipated expenses.
Environmental Solutions Initiative puts sustainability front and center at the MIT career fair
New online tool lets students track key metrics on employers’ carbon footprints and encourages more engagement on sustainability issues.
Saudi Arabia faces increased heat, humidity, precipitation extremes by mid-century
High-resolution climate projections could enable a robust adaptation and resilience response.
Universities should lead the way on climate action, MIT panelists say
An online symposium explores roles for research universities and outlines the Institute’s efforts to be a testbed for research and policy innovations.
3 Questions: Fatih Birol on post-Covid trajectories in energy and climate
Executive director of the International Energy Agency is optimistic about how quickly the world may shift to cleaner energy and achieve international decarbonization goals.
A controllable membrane to pull carbon dioxide out of exhaust streams
Electrically switchable system could continuously separate gases without the need for moving parts or wasted space.
MIT.nano receives LEED Platinum certification
Commitment to sustainable practices earns top honor from the U.S Green Building Council.
Institute Professor Emeritus Mario Molina, environmental leader and Nobel laureate, dies at 77
The atmospheric chemist shared the Nobel Prize for the discovery that chemicals known as CFCs deplete the ozone layer.
Antarctic sea ice may not cap carbon emissions as much as previously thought
Study suggests sea ice blocks the flow of carbon both into and out of the ocean, in roughly equal measure.
Revamped MIT Climate Portal aims to inform and empower the public
Website hosts an expanded suite of digital tools and resources to help people make sense of climate change.
MIT researchers highlight the impacts of logjams in river restoration projects
New analysis can help scientists and engineers better assess flood risk and habitat creation associated with restoration efforts.