Generating a realistic 3D world
A new AI-powered, virtual platform uses real-world physics to simulate a rich and interactive audio-visual environment, enabling human and robotic learning, training, and experimental studies.
Algorithm helps artificial intelligence systems dodge “adversarial” inputs
Method builds on gaming techniques to help autonomous vehicles navigate in the real world, where signals may be imperfect.
Scene at MIT: Mystery MIT
Held virtually for the first time due to the pandemic, this year’s MIT Mystery Hunt took the form of a puzzle-filled multiplayer game on an alternate-reality MIT campus.
MIT.nano’s Immersion Lab opens for researchers and students
Facility within MIT.nano offers equipment and capabilities for visualizing data, creating immersive environments.
Automating material-matching for movies and video games
Animators spend hours adding textures to objects. A new machine-learning system simplifies the process.
Exploring pandemic response through a coded simulation
MIT Social Impact Interns partner with the Naval War College to develop an educational disaster response game.
MIT.nano Immersion Lab Gaming Program awards 2020 seed grants
NCSOFT-sponsored grants to advance hardware and software for immersive experiences.
Examining racial attitudes in virtual spaces through gaming
Computational model developed at MIT builds off of 2019 research examining colorblind racial attitudes through a video game.
3 Questions: Eric Klopfer on the meaning of masks
During a pandemic, the mask is a badge of honor, indicating the important role that individuals play in protecting the health of others during a crisis.
Building and reconnecting MIT in Minecraft
Despite being far from campus because of the pandemic, some students are engineering a creative way to stay connected.
Using online, game-based simulations to train photonic technicians and engineers
MIT wins $5 million grant to develop a virtual lab that will prepare students for jobs in industry and government.
Using computers to view the unseen
A new computational imaging method could change how we view hidden information in scenes.
Bot can beat humans in multiplayer hidden-role games
Using deductive reasoning, the bot identifies friend or foe to ensure victory over humans in certain online games.
MIT.nano awards inaugural NCSOFT seed grants for gaming technologies
Five software and hardware projects will launch the MIT.nano Immersion Lab Gaming Program.
Game changer: How Christopher Weaver helped to transform video games and game studies at MIT
Revolutionizing video games with physics, Weaver has also influenced MIT students with lessons on design, virtual reality, storytelling, and games for social change.