Probing reality through physics, philosophy, and writing
Senior Michelle Xu’s varied interests all involve a desire to understand the universe. “I was just never particularly picky about which way to figure it out,” she says.
Senior Michelle Xu’s varied interests all involve a desire to understand the universe. “I was just never particularly picky about which way to figure it out,” she says.
Jagadeesh Moodera and colleagues to investigate interface-driven phenomena in quantum materials in the quest for energy-efficient quantum electronics.
Results could help designers engineer high-temperature superconductors and quantum computing devices.
Associate Professor Joseph Checkelsky wins $1.7 million Emergent Phenomena in Quantum Systems Initiative grant to pursue search for new crystalline materials.
Seniors will receive full funding for graduate studies at Stanford University.
When searching for extraterrestrial life, astronomers may want to look at planets with hydrogen-rich atmospheres.
In a new book, Professor David Kaiser describes dramatic shifts in the history of an evolving discipline.
Danagoulian and his research team developed a system that could greatly improve the process for verifying compliance of nuclear warheads.
Physicists’ discovery could lead to a new family of robust qubits for quantum computing.
Longtime MIT physicist and mentor created instruments that advanced high-energy physics, including the Nobel Prize-winning discovery of the J particle.
Technique may enable molecule-based quantum computing.
Device for harnessing terahertz radiation might help power some portable electronics.
Study shows ripples across a newly fertilized egg are similar to other systems, from ocean and atmospheric circulations to quantum fluids.
Fusion energy community makes unified statement on priorities in report for Department of Energy Policy Advisory Group.
Ten staff members recognized for dedication to School of Science and to MIT.