3 Questions: Christopher Capozzola on the history of chemical-weapons bans
MIT historian discusses the longstanding ‘taboo’ against chemical weapons, and international attempts to eliminate them.
Diving into nuclear policy
Whether he’s in a Navy submarine or in Washington, you’ll find MIT senior Cameron McCord at the intersection of nuclear engineering, policy and service.
Policy matters in the Middle East
PhD student Brian Haggerty's work becomes part of foreign policy debate on Syria
Driving drones can be a drag
Study shows distractions may alleviate boredom and improve drone operators’ performance.
How civil wars evolve
MIT political scientist’s book shows how even the bloodiest conflicts feature pragmatic alliances — not just ancient sectarian divisions.
3 Questions: Violence and protests in the Muslim world
MIT political scientist Fotini Christia talks about the attacks on U.S. and Western embassies in North Africa and the Middle East.
Josh Shifrinson: decline of power play
Military strategy for a declining United States in a complex world
MIT Lean Advancement Initiative awarded $8 million for post-traumatic stress innovations project
To develop innovative recommendations for transforming the military psychological health care system related to PTSD.
New way to stop the bleeding
Nanoscale biological coating developed at MIT could prevent battlefield deaths.
3 Questions: Stephen Van Evera on the withdrawal from Iraq
A look at the prospects for peace as U.S. troops leave.
Taylor Fravel decodes China’s foreign policy
A political scientist analyzes the decisions of a world power.
Seeing through walls
Researchers at MIT’s Lincoln Lab have developed new radar technology that provides real-time video of what’s going on behind solid walls.