3Q: John Heywood on the future of the internal combustion engine
Professor of mechanical engineering explains the importance of advancing internal combustion engines and offers his take on recent EPA rollbacks.
Or Hen receives 2018 Guido Altarelli Award
Assistant professor of physics and Laboratory for Nuclear Science researcher recognized for major contributions to high energy and nuclear physics.
P.L. Thibaut Brian, professor emeritus of chemical engineering, dies at 87
Longtime professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering was a champion of engineering and safety excellence throughout his career.
Eight from MIT elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences for 2018
Prestigious honor society announces 213 new members this year.
When going green is not black and white
In a new book, MIT professor Yossi Sheffi examines the trade-offs companies face when grappling with sustainability issues.
Q&A: Composer Tod Machover presents “Philadelphia Voices”
Ambitious new piece in his “City Symphony” series features the birthplace of American democracy.
Opportunities to study abroad during IAP continue to grow
Global Classroom Fund assists faculty innovation and provides unique global experiences for students.
Timothy Swager receives Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellowship
The fellowship supports top-tier researchers at U.S. universities whose high-risk, high-payoff work is of strategic importance to the Department of Defense.
Asking the questions that unlock innovation
The MIT Leadership Center's Hal Gregersen says brainstorming in “question bursts” is the best way for innovative leaders and problem solvers to find solutions.
Professor Dina Katabi wins Association for Computing Machinery Prize in Computing
Katabi receives prestigious honor and $250,000 cash prize for her contributions to wireless systems.
Professor Joseph Sussman, expert in complex engineering systems and revered mentor, dies at 79
Leader in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Institute for Data, Systems, and Society was the inaugural JR East Professor.
Bertschinger to leave post as Institute Community and Equity Officer
After five years in novel administrative role, MIT physicist will return to faculty responsibilities.
School of Engineering first quarter 2018 awards
Faculty members recognized for excellence via a diverse array of honors, grants, and prizes over the last quarter.