Scientists detect tones in the ringing of a newborn black hole for the first time
Results support Einstein’s theory and the idea that black holes have no “hair.”
Computing in Earth science: a non-linear path
UROP student Sonia Reilly studies the math of machine learning to improve predictions of natural disasters.
The answer to life, the universe, and everything
Mathematics researcher Drew Sutherland helps solve decades-old sum-of-three-cubes puzzle, with help from "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."
Hearing through the clatter
Study reveals brain regions that respond differently to the presence of background noise, suggesting the brain progressively hones in on and isolates sounds.
Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics awarded to Event Horizon Telescope Collaboration for black hole observation
Nearly 30 MIT-affiliated researchers will share in the prize, while David Jay Julius ’77 wins Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences; assistant professor of physics Max Metlitski shares New Horizons prize with Xie Chen PhD ’12 and Michael Levin PhD ’06.
Exotic physics phenomenon is observed for first time
Observation of the predicted non-Abelian Aharonov-Bohm Effect may offer step toward fault-tolerant quantum computers.
MIT report examines how to make technology work for society
Task force calls for bold public and private action to harness technology for shared prosperity.
A summer at the MSRP-Bio reveals connections between proteins, people, and passions
Undergraduate Meucci Ilunga spent 10 weeks investigating protein interactions, exploring career options, and making new friends.
For first time, astronomers catch asteroid in the act of changing color
Asteroid is likely shedding reddish dust, revealing a fresh, blue surface beneath.
Jesús Dones-Monroig: Creating space for everyone in chemistry
“If we are not given support at a personal level, our educational and professional potential is going to be directly affected,” the PhD student says.
IBM gives artificial intelligence computing at MIT a lift
Nearly $12 million machine will let MIT researchers run more ambitious AI models.
Two studies reveal benefits of mindfulness for middle school students
Focusing awareness on the present moment can enhance academic performance and lower stress levels.
New method classifies brain cells based on electrical signals
Making electrophysiology more informative, team shows how to distinguish four classes of cells by spike waveform.
A major expansion for the Green Building
$60 million upgrade will add 12,000 square feet for meetings, classrooms, and study spaces.
Study links certain metabolites to stem cell function in the intestine
Molecules called ketone bodies may improve stem cells’ ability to regenerate new intestinal tissue.