Driving drones can be a drag
Study shows distractions may alleviate boredom and improve drone operators’ performance.
Three awards for MIT research in anthropology, economics and political science
Mikusheva receives Elaine Bennett Research Prize; Petersen wins Distinguished Book Award; Helmreich wins Rachel Carson Prize.
A fond farewell to departing housemasters
Departing Sidney-Pacific and Ashdown Housemasters leave a legacy of dedication and support.
MIT a linchpin of major new USAID program
Institute researchers aim to spur development and evaluation of useful technologies to help the world’s poor.
MIT welcomes six new MLK visiting professors and scholars
Appointments also extended for five current MLK visitors.
UAAP rolls out new website and system for IAP 2013
Community members can easily browse Independent Activities Period activities by sponsor, category or date.
‘The Listening Room’ shares MIT music with the world
Web-based collection showcases the Institute’s longstanding engagement with music.
How civil wars evolve
MIT political scientist’s book shows how even the bloodiest conflicts feature pragmatic alliances — not just ancient sectarian divisions.
Nominations open for Doherty Professorship in Ocean Utilization
Deadline for submissions is Nov. 29.
IS&T recommends community members wait to migrate to Windows 8
IS&T is making Windows 8 Enterprise available for early adopters, but strongly recommends delaying the transition.
IS&T announces full support for OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.2 and higher
Introduces several new features and changes, including new Notes and Reminders applications and a security feature named Gatekeeper.
How the brain controls our habits
MIT neuroscientists identify a brain region that can switch between new and old habits.