Chiang, Lester appointed to DOE energy advisory committee
Professors will provide advice and expertise on clean-energy issues under the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.
Public debt concentrated in advanced economies, MIT student’s research finds
Global financial crisis highlights gulf between advanced and emerging nations.
3 Questions: Michael Greenstone on deficit spending
As deficit hawks appear poised for victory at the polls, the MIT economics professor presents the case for more spending on infrastructure and R&D.
Academic, industry and government leaders explore systems thinking
Annual conference examines how approach could help solve the world's pressing problems.
Why telecom regulation needs to change
Research suggests that the approach that worked with a few large companies with aligned interests needs revisiting in the Internet age.
Nuclear-fuel report challenges key assumptions
MIT study finds no shortage of uranium for nuclear energy for decades, but more research is needed to develop improved fuel-cycle options.
White House engages with MIT Chaplain on wars
Dr. Robert Randolph invited to Washington to discuss Afghanistan and Iraq
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.
Lunch with a Laureate: Robert Horvitz
Presented by the MIT Museum and the Cambridge Science Festival
Technology and Policy Program student named Switzer Environmental Fellow
Among 21 granted fellowships this year