Giving students the computational chops to tackle 21st-century challenges
With the growing use of AI in many disciplines, the popularity of MIT’s four “blended” majors has intensified.
Decoding the complexity of Alzheimer’s disease
By analyzing epigenomic and gene expression changes that occur in Alzheimer’s disease, researchers identify cellular pathways that could become new drug targets.
Quantum repeaters use defects in diamond to interconnect quantum systems
This technology for storing and transmitting quantum information over lossy links could provide the foundation for scalable quantum networking.
From physics to generative AI: An AI model for advanced pattern generation
Inspired by physics, a new generative model PFGM++ outperforms diffusion models in image generation.
3 Questions: A new PhD program from the Center for Computational Science and Engineering
Co-directors Youssef Marzouk and Nicolas Hadjiconstantinou describe how the standalone degree aims to train students in cross-cutting aspects of computational science and engineering.
New qubit circuit enables quantum operations with higher accuracy
The advance brings quantum error correction a step closer to reality.
Re-imagining our theories of language
Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences faculty members Ev Fedorenko, Ted Gibson, and Roger Levy believe they can answer a fundamental question: What is the purpose of language?
On the hunt for sustainable materials
PhD student Avni Singhal uses computational tools to help design new materials that address environmental challenges.
MIT scholars awarded seed grants to probe the social implications of generative AI
The 27 finalists — representing every school at MIT — will explore the technology’s impact on democracy, education, sustainability, communications, and much more.
Multi-AI collaboration helps reasoning and factual accuracy in large language models
Researchers use multiple AI models to collaborate, debate, and improve their reasoning abilities to advance the performance of LLMs while increasing accountability and factual accuracy.
MIT named No. 2 university by U.S. News for 2023-24
Undergraduate engineering and computer science programs are No. 1; undergraduate business program is No. 2.
AI-driven tool makes it easy to personalize 3D-printable models
With Style2Fab, makers can rapidly customize models of 3D-printable objects, such as assistive devices, without hampering their functionality.
A pose-mapping technique could remotely evaluate patients with cerebral palsy
The machine-learning method works on most mobile devices and could be expanded to assess other motor disorders outside of the doctor’s office.
How an archeological approach can help leverage biased data in AI to improve medicine
Although computer scientists may initially treat data bias and error as a nuisance, researchers argue it’s a hidden treasure trove for reflecting societal values.
AI model speeds up high-resolution computer vision
The system could improve image quality in video streaming or help autonomous vehicles identify road hazards in real-time.