How an “AI-tocracy” emerges
In China, the use of AI-driven facial recognition helps the regime repress dissent while enhancing the technology, researchers report.
Why big changes early in life can help later on
Study shows moving can help foster a more robust social network, by strengthening “long ties” with others.
Astro Portraits: Pointing the lens toward our future
Evan Kramer’s latest foray into urban astrophotography puts the focus on his fellow researchers.
Redefining design through textiles
MIT Morningside Academy for Design Fellow Ganit Goldstein SM ’23 combines traditional craftsmanship and technology to transform the way clothes are produced and worn.
Day of AI curriculum meets the moment
Global participation in MIT RAISE’s free K-12 program more than doubles in its second year.
Envisioning the future of computing
MIT students share ideas, aspirations, and vision for how advances in computing stand to transform society in a competition hosted by the Social and Ethical Responsibilities of Computing.
If art is how we express our humanity, where does AI fit in?
MIT postdoc Ziv Epstein SM ’19, PhD ’23 discusses issues arising from the use of generative AI to make art and other media.
David Autor named NOMIS 2023 Distinguished Scientist
NOMIS Foundation honors the Ford Professor of Economics for his contributions to understanding the effects of technological change and globalization on jobs and earnings prospects for workers.
Defining the public interest in new technologies
New online journal seeks to bring together the MIT community to discuss the social responsibilities of individuals who design, implement, and evaluate technologies.
Bringing the social and ethical responsibilities of computing to the forefront
The inaugural SERC Symposium convened experts from multiple disciplines to explore the challenges and opportunities that arise with the broad applicability of computing in many aspects of society.
John Durant to step down as MIT Museum director
Durant, who led the reimagining of MIT’s museum in Kendall Square, will leave his post after 18 years of service.
CoCo: A real-time co-creative learning platform for young people
Media Lab PhD students Manuj Dhariwal and Shruti Dhariwal introduce a new paradigm of creative collaboration in digital learning environments.
Exploring new methods for increasing safety and reliability of autonomous vehicles
A new study finds human supervisors have the potential to reduce barriers to deploying autonomous vehicles.
Architectural heritage like you haven’t seen it before
“Ways of Seeing” project documents endangered Afghan heritage sites through digital imaging, virtual reality, and hand-drawn professional renderings.
An AI challenge only humans can solve
In their new book, “Power and Progress,” Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson ask whether the benefits of AI will be shared widely or feed inequality.