New study shows how universities are critical to emerging fusion industry
Fusion’s success as a renewable energy depends on the creation of an industry to support it, and academia is vital to that industry’s development.
MIT’s Science Policy Initiative holds 13th annual Executive Visit Days
MIT students traveled to Washington to speak to representatives from several federal executive agencies.
Future Leaders in Aerospace prepares the next generation for research careers
The 2023 symposium offered candid insights and practical advice for aeronautical and astronautical engineers interested in pursuing academia.
Materials science and engineering career fair connects students with industry opportunities
MIT DMSE hosts its first-ever jobs fair, attracting industry giants, startups, and students for networking and career exploration.
Reflecting on a decade of SuperUROP at MIT
Ten years after the founding of the undergraduate research program, its alumni reflect on the unexpected gifts of their experiences.
Giving students the computational chops to tackle 21st-century challenges
With the growing use of AI in many disciplines, the popularity of MIT’s four “blended” majors has intensified.
Empowering the next generation of philosophers through diversity and inclusion
Held annually at MIT, the PIKSI-Boston program brings together students from groups underrepresented in the field of philosophy.
Putting public service into practice
Through the PKG Public Service Center’s social impact internships, MIT students leverage their analytical, technical, and creative problem-solving skills for public good.
Support outside the comfort zone
MIT Professor Ben Schneider honored as Committed to Caring for acting as a "bedrock of compassion."
Driven to driverless
Cindy Alejandra Heredia’s journey from Laredo, Texas, took her to leading the MIT autonomous vehicle team and to an MBA from MIT Sloan.
Success at the intersection of technology and finance
Citadel founder and CEO Ken Griffin visits MIT, discusses how technology will continue to transform trading and investing.
Advocating for science budget and policy
MIT’s Science Policy Initiative sends students and postdocs to Capitol Hill to advocate for continued and increased federal support for scientific research.
Learner in Afghanistan reaches beyond barriers to pursue career in data science
MIT ReACT and Innovation Leadership Bootcamp provide valuable opportunities.
3 Questions: New MIT major and its role in fighting climate change
Ali Jadbabaie and Robert van der Hilst discuss how a new joint degree program in climate system science and engineering will prepare students to solve global-scale environmental problems.
Blanche Staton: A transformational leader at MIT
Set to retire this spring, Staton has made an indelible mark on graduate student living and learning over a quarter century at the Institute.