Ultracold molecules hold promise for quantum computing
New approach yields long-lasting configurations that could provide long-sought “qubit” material.
Krishna Rajagopal named dean for digital learning
New position expands leadership roles for faculty in the Office of the Vice President for Open Learning.
Exploring an unusual metal asteroid
Alumna and former MIT professor Lindy Elkins-Tanton is working with MIT faculty in her role as principal investigator for NASA's upcoming Psyche mission.
Department of Biology welcomes three new faculty members
Recent additions bring diverse expertise and cultural perspectives to research community.
New insights into the early universe’s galaxy clusters
MIT Kavli Institute scientists help conduct one of the largest-ever studies of molecular gas in distant galaxy clusters.
Second annual MIT Teaching with Digital Technology Awards recipients selected
Faculty and instructors recognized for improving classroom instruction and student engagement through innovative uses of digital technology.
Laying the foundation for new energy technology
Theoretical chemist Troy Van Voorhis probes big energy-related questions, scrutinizing electrons and chemical bonds to improve sustainable energy solutions.
Study: Indian monsoons have strengthened over past 15 years
A 50-year dry spell has reversed, with more rain to come.
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Particle hunter
Now that the Higgs boson has come to light, Markus Klute is looking at physics beyond the Standard Model.
Carl Garland, professor emeritus of chemistry, dies at 87
Physical chemist and MIT professor for over 40 years was “part of a golden age of physical chemistry at MIT.”
Susan Solomon awarded the Royal Society's Bakerian Medal
Professor of atmospheric chemistry honored for her contributions to atmospheric science.
Harnessing the right amount of sunshine
Study reveals the mechanisms of a protein that helps moss and green algae defend against too much light.
Microscopy technique could enable more informative biopsies
Expanding tissue samples before imaging offers detailed information about disease.
A rose by any other name would smell as yeast
Emily Havens Greenhagen ’05 leads a team of scientists brewing perfume from yeast.
Metal-free MRI contrast agent could be safer for some patients
New agent could be used for certain high-risk groups and may enable longer-term tumor imaging.