Engineering a cure
Biological engineering professor Linda Griffith launches a new center to study endometriosis and other gynecological diseases.
IAP 2010: Experience Creativity in Teaching and Learning
MIT’s special four-week term begins on Jan. 4 and ends Jan. 29
MIT Campus Dining running '5% Day' this Thursday
5 percent of purchases made at campus dining outlets will be donated to the MIT Community Service Fund
MIT Medical expands services for employees
If you’re an MIT employee with health insurance through MIT, you can visit MIT Medical on campus for some services starting Jan. 1, 2010 -- even if you’re not an MIT Health Plan member.
MIT Giving Tree launches its 18th year of community holiday spirit
Help donate gifts to local children in the Boston and Cambridge area
3 Questions: Sara Seager on searching for Earth-like planets
MIT planetary scientist discusses projects that aim to discover distant planets similar to our own, and what we can learn when we find them
Snacks on a plane? Staying healthy during holiday travel
Dr. Howard M. Heller, Chief of Medicine at MIT Medical, talks about how to stay safe while traveling, especially on airplanes. What about that recirculated air? And what are safe and unsafe ways to eat on the plane?
In victory for MIT, campus post office to remain open
Branch in basement of W20 had faced possible closure, but MIT efforts lead U.S. Postal Service to reconsider.
Liquid battery big enough for the electric grid?
Professor Donald Sadoway’s research in energy storage could help speed the development of renewable energy.
Alumni Class Funds seeks proposals for teaching and education enhancement
The Office of Faculty Support is soliciting proposals for projects for the 2010-2011 academic year that improve the quality of teaching, enrich students’ learning experiences, and uphold the tradition of innovation at the Institute.