MIT Lincoln Laboratory named a bicycle-friendly business
Designation recognizes commitment to employees, environment
In Profile: James Wescoat
From India to California, an MIT landscape architect and geographer has charted a new course in the study of water.
MIT’s SAP Enterprise Learning Environment will improve access to training opportunities
New training site provides a clearer view into the catalog of MIT courses offered by central offices.
Stefan Helmreich wins Gregory Bateson Book Prize for Alien Ocean
Research examines the world of deep sea marine microbiologists
MIT-led team’s eco-aircraft receives Popular Mechanics Breakthrough Innovator Award
Unique plane offers significant reduction in emissions, noise and fuel use.
A link between air travel and deaths on the ground
Study suggests pollution from airplanes flying at ‘cruise’ altitudes contributes to 8,000 deaths per year globally.
The energy challenge calls on humanities and social-science research
Courses on energy include economics, political science, history, literature and more.
More hurricanes in greener seas?
Research suggests ocean color is linked to formation, movement of tropical cyclones
Financial impacts of ‘cap and trade’
Analysis shows that, contrary to some claims, proposed legislation to limit carbon emissions would not disadvantage those with lower incomes.
Technology and Policy Program student named Switzer Environmental Fellow
Among 21 granted fellowships this year
The aerosols conundrum
Research shows that aerosols not only cool, but also heat the planet — a finding that may cloud the validity of climate-change models.
Moavenzadeh named president of Masdar Institute
Longtime MIT engineering professor takes on role in Abu Dhabi, effective July 1.