MIT D-Lab promotes rural community innovations in Guatemala with Soluciones Comunitarias
Collaboration to leverage D-Lab’s Creative Capacity Building methodology and the MicroConsignment Model developed by Soluciones Comunitarias.
D-Lab's Amy Smith joins Bill Gates on a panel addressing innovation
Panel held in conjunction with the Grand Challenges & Keystone Symposia Joint Scientific Session.
George Shultz: “Climate is changing,” and we need more action
Former secretary of state — and former MIT professor — urges progress on multiple fronts.
3 Questions: Jim Walsh on the elusive U.S.-Iran nuclear treaty
Expert thinks treaty to dismantle Iran’s nuclear program faces more barriers domestically than in negotiations.
Report: Unless we change direction, the world will warm 3-5 degrees Celsius
"2014 Climate and Energy Outlook" finds the world will be warmer, thirstier, and still dependent on fossil fuels unless 2015 climate negotiations are more effective than expected.
MIT Professional Education announces new offerings of Online X professional course on big data
In response to success of initial offering, individuals may sign up now for fall and spring sessions of "Tackling the Challenges of Big Data"
MIT Global programs partner for campus-wide “#etmundus” photo contest
Biggest providers of global opportunities for students are offering prizes for international images.
The varieties of nuclear strategy
In a new book, MIT political scientist examines the multiple political uses of nuclear weapons.
MIT announces new initiative on environment
Multidisciplinary program, to be led by Susan Solomon, will encourage collaborations among researchers in different fields.
The elements of entrepreneurship
The 2014 Legatum Conference will bring together accomplished entrepreneurs, investors, scholars, and industry leaders to discuss entrepreneurship in emerging economies.
Former MIT president Charles M. Vest dies at 72
As the Institute’s leader from 1990 to 2004, he sparked a period of dynamism.