President Reif urges two-track strategy to achieve global climate goals in 30 years
In a Boston Globe op-ed, MIT’s president argues that the US must invest in new breakthroughs while also deploying all available tools today.
Negative emissions, positive economy
How bioenergy with carbon capture and storage could help stabilize the climate without breaking the bank.
What has the pandemic revealed about the US health care system — and what needs to change?
Seven MIT researchers see lessons and opportunities for US health care.
Working toward a more secure world
Senior Nina Levine is researching technologies for detecting radioactive material, as she pursues a dual path in nuclear science and policy.
Study reveals plunge in lithium-ion battery costs
Analysis quantifies a dramatic price drop that parallels similar improvements in solar and wind energy, and shows further steep declines could be possible.
How reliance on coal impacts county and school funding
As the world reduces carbon pollution, research from the MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative shows the need to protect schools in counties that rely on the fossil fuel industry.
A new goal for soccer: Improving attitudes toward refugees
While a national soccer win can stoke anti-refugee sentiment, messaging promoting diversity can reverse this effect.
3 Questions: Richard Samuels on Japan’s 3.11 triple disaster and its impact 10 years later
Within minutes, the earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown on March 11, 2011, brought an unprecedented wave of death, displacement, and destruction to Japan.
Elisabeth Reynolds tapped for White House role, joining National Economic Council
Leader of MIT’s Industrial Performance Center will bring expertise in manufacturing, jobs, and growth.
An aggressive market-driven model for US fusion power development
National Academies study says fusion can help decarbonize US energy, calls for public-private approach to pilot plant operation by 2035-40.
Q&A: Clare Balboni on environmental economics
A strong evidence base is key for informing environmental and climate policy, says the MIT assistant professor.
Giving the people what they want?
Political scientist Devin Caughey studies how public opinion influences American politics.
Political scientist In Song Kim receives the 2021 Levitan Prize
New project by inventor of LobbyView.org will advance trade theory and the ability of citizens to influence public policymaking.
Scientists as engaged citizens
In a new MIT class, students explore how STEM researchers bring their knowledge to major societal issues.
J-PAL North America calls for proposals from state and local governments
State and Local Innovation Initiative seeks government partners to rigorously evaluate policies and programs aiming to address critical social issues.