Researchers build an all-optical transistor
An optical switch that can be turned on by a single photon could point toward new designs for both classical and quantum computers.
An optical switch that can be turned on by a single photon could point toward new designs for both classical and quantum computers.
Professor cited for contributions to fusion energy development and the physics of plasma waves
Buckley Prize winner was member of the Institute community for more than 50 years.
Physicist Joseph Formaggio seeks new ways to detect and measure the elusive particles.
Award is designated for work demonstrated to have significantly advanced the field of many-body physics.
Physicist has a long track record of leadership on issues of community, equity, inclusion and diversity.
MIT researchers discover efficient control of magnetism in chiral ferromagnets.
MOOC pairs cutting-edge online assessments with legendary lectures and demonstrations by MIT professor Walter Lewin.
Whether he’s in a Navy submarine or in Washington, you’ll find MIT senior Cameron McCord at the intersection of nuclear engineering, policy and service.
Dustin Katzin’s friends say he is an Academy Award just waiting to happen.
New experiments reveal previously unseen effects, could lead to new kinds of electronics and optical devices.
MIT researchers find that the key to purple bacteria’s light-harvesting prowess lies in highly symmetrical molecules.
Alexander-Katz, Detmold, Fu, Tisdale and Williams honored by Office of Science of the Department of Energy.
Materials for the new MITx summer course Mechanics ReView have been refined during a half-decade of development