Exploding the myths of manufacturing
MIT conference explores the complex state of an industry showing signs of revival.
In search of new ways of producing nano-materials
Jing Kong’s research focuses on how to make and control novel forms of thin-film carbon.
William F. Brace, professor emeritus in EAPS, dies at 86
Geologist helped develop systematic descriptions of key physical properties of rocks.
Gradečak wins Nano Letters young investigator award
Materials science and engineering professor studies nanophotonics and electronics.
Woodie Flowers, a pioneer of hands-on engineering education
Flowers and his former student, David Wallace, have created a fun, teamwork-based approach to learning the art of mechanical design.
51 community members to receive Institute Awards
Students, faculty and staff will be honored at May 9 ceremony.
Four MIT professors elected to National Academy of Sciences
Liskov, Suresh, Townsend and Young bring to 78 the number of Institute faculty who are NAS members.
The secrets of the system
MIT’s venerable Beer Game, a table contest, sheds light on the mysteries of manufacturing and the difficulties of running a business.
The Civil War’s iron age
MIT historian David Mindell revisits the human experience on board one of history’s most famous warships.
MIT and Harvard launch a ‘revolution in education’
Online edX courses will open both universities’ classrooms to the world while enhancing on-campus learning.
MIT and Harvard announce edX
Joint partnership builds on MITx and Harvard distance learning; aims to benefit campus-based education and beyond.
What is edX?
Answering common questions about MIT and Harvard’s new partnership in online education.
An update on the presidential search
The Institute’s 17th president will be selected according to a rigorous process set forth in the bylaws of the MIT Corporation.
Game theory, in the real world
MIT economist Parag Pathak engineers practical solutions to complicated education problems.