Portable technology offers boost for nuclear security, arms control
MIT team devises compact, affordable system for identifying elemental composition of nuclear and other materials.
Astronaut Michael Fincke ’89 offers students out-of-this-world advice
In a virtual event, Fincke discussed his time studying at MIT, learning the Russian language, and flying on both Russian and American spacecraft.
Susan Solomon, scholar of atmospheric chemistry and environmental policy, delivers Killian Lecture
MIT professor describes her path to the Institute, her work on ozone depletion, and her insights on the state of climate policy.
Ice melts on US-Sudan relations, providing new opportunities
MIT students lead first-ever Global Teaching Labs workshop in Sudan.
David Miliband SM ’90 warns of “age of impunity” for despotic governments around the globe
Former British foreign minister says “countervailing power” must be developed to protect human rights and safeguard democracy.
David Miliband SM ’90 receives the 2021 Robert A. Muh Alumni Award
As the United Kingdom's foreign secretary, Miliband drove advancements in human rights and became known as “one of the ablest, most creative public servants of our time.”
Working toward a more secure world
Senior Nina Levine is researching technologies for detecting radioactive material, as she pursues a dual path in nuclear science and policy.
A new goal for soccer: Improving attitudes toward refugees
While a national soccer win can stoke anti-refugee sentiment, messaging promoting diversity can reverse this effect.
3 Questions: Richard Samuels on Japan’s 3.11 triple disaster and its impact 10 years later
Within minutes, the earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown on March 11, 2011, brought an unprecedented wave of death, displacement, and destruction to Japan.
Space for all is this student’s goal
Maya Nasr’s work on the Mars 2020 mission has led her to become an advocate for expanding international cooperation in space.
Reductions in CFC-11 emissions put ozone recovery back on track
Scientists observe reduction in emissions of banned ozone-depleting chemical after unexpected spike.
George Shultz PhD ’49, renowned statesman and former professor, dies at 100
Shultz, who held four US Cabinet positions and served in three presidential administrations, devoted himself to ideals of bipartisanship and fairness.
Foreign policy advice: Don’t look back
The Biden administration must navigate a new set of global challenges, experts say in MIT panel discussion.
Lincoln Laboratory establishes Biotechnology and Human Systems Division
Will focus on responding to disasters and humanitarian crises, defending against biothreats, addressing climate change, and improving human health and performance.
Massive, swift federal investment needed to address climate change, panelists say
Policymakers are hopeful that a Biden administration will encourage congressional action.