Thomas Magnanti honored with Singapore’s National Day Award
Institute Professor and former president of Singapore University of Technology and Design helped build MIT-Singapore institutions and programs.
What Paris shows us about the history of photography
MIT professor’s book develops a new narrative about photography and the ways we use it, from the place where it all began.
Shaping technology’s future
With data-informed models, Jessika Trancik seeks ways to coax progress toward sustainable energy systems.
Professor Richard Schrock announces emeritus status
After retiring from teaching at MIT, Schrock looks toward “the next experiment,” remaining research-active while pursuing new endeavors.
A summer tune-up for industry professionals
A popular class on fermentation technology has been attracting mid-career students to MIT for more than 50 years.
3Q: Muriel Médard on the world-altering rise of 5G
“The reason 5G is so different is that what exactly it will look like is still up in the air. Everyone agrees the phrase is a bit of a catch-all.”
How Africans developed scientific knowledge of the deadly tsetse fly
New book by MIT Associate Professor Clapperton Chakanetsa Mavhunga explores science in action in Africa.
Constantinos Daskalakis wins prestigious Nevanlinna Prize
Professor of electrical engineering and computer science is honored for his contributions to theoretical computer science.
Q&A: Anne McCants on "Waves of Globalization," the 2018 World Economic History Congress at MIT
Congress of leading thinkers in economic, business, and social history convenes in the US for first time in 50 years.
Department of Mechanical Engineering announces new leadership team
Newly appointed department head Evelyn Wang names Pierre Lermusiaux and Rohit Karnik as associate department heads.
Seth Mnookin brings bestselling author’s touch to teaching science journalism
Science “pushes me to constantly go out of my comfort zone,” says director of MIT’s science writing program.
Contemplating the eyes in the sky
Media studies scholar Lisa Parks examines the way satellites and other aerial technologies have changed society.
Rebecca Masterson appointed AeroAstro principal research scientist
Mechanical engineer and instrument scientist on NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission is the first female principal research scientist in the department's history.