Science and policy can catalyze each other, EPA head says
In MIT visit, Lisa Jackson discusses how technology can affect government regulations.
Information Age
As part of MIT’s 150th-birthday celebration, computer science luminaries — many from MIT's faculty — gathered on campus for a two-day symposium.
Q&A with David Miliband on the war in Afghanistan
Former U.K. foreign secretary visiting MIT this week as a Wilhelm Fellow
Putting ‘Technology’ on the map
Next Century Convocation celebrates the history, achievements and people of MIT’s first century and a half.
The Archivist of the United States to speak at Convocation
David Ferriero, event’s keynote speaker, discusses shelf serendipity, archiving in the digital age and MIT’s historic connections.
Universities can lead in development, USAID head says during MIT visit
Discusses how new ideas are needed for battling disease, extending education and improving lives in poor nations.
CANES symposium on 'Nuclear Energy in 2050'
Considering nuclear power research and development in the upcoming decades.
A celebration of women in science and engineering
Symposium highlights the work and accomplishments of women at MIT and beyond.
MIT Open Houses since 1923: ice cream and hand-blown vacuum tubes
On April 30, MIT will host an open house for the campus community as well as Cambridge and surrounding areas. In fact, this is a continuation of a long tradition.
Department of Energy launches startup-friendly program
At MIT, Energy Secretary Chu announces ‘Next Top Energy Innovator’ program, and White House officials tout commitment to helping startups.
Energy Conference spotlights military's green energy
Student-led event featured assessments of non-fossil energy's future from leaders in industry, defense and research
You're invited to Convocation
MIT community members, alumni and friends of the Institute welcome at the MIT150 Next Century Convocation on April 10.
The past, present and future of cancer
Researchers gather to discuss the state of their field and the potential for new treatments.
What we know, and don't know, about Japan's reactors
Panel of MIT nuclear engineers aims for clarity about the state of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.