Eleanor Freund receives Jeanne Guillemin Prize
Awarded by the Center for International Studies, the prize will help support the PhD candidate's dissertation research on Chinese foreign and security policy.
When dueling narratives deepen a divide
At the latest Starr Forum, John Tirman and his collaborators describe the cultural framework that has worsened US-Iran relations.
Featured video: In service of the nation
Members of MIT’s Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program reflect on challenges and benefits of being an ROTC cadet and an MIT student.
What Russia’s invasion of Ukraine means for the world
An expert panel explores the war’s impact, from a refugee crisis to China’s role and nuclear tensions.
Reviving war-game scholarship at MIT
MIT Center for International Studies and Security Studies Program offer new resources for modeling human behavior and decision-making in real-world scenarios.
Understanding the war in Ukraine
At a recent seminar, MIT faculty analyzed Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Q&A: Elizabeth Wood on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
MIT historian analyzes the uncertain dynamics of a global crisis.
Research aims to mitigate chemical and biological airborne threats
Lincoln Laboratory leads a large-scale measurement campaign in New York City to improve air dispersion models and emergency protocols.
From modeling quantum devices to political systems
Senior Sihao Huang uses his background in physics and complex systems to inform his interdisciplinary approach to political science.
Is an armed conflict imminent?
As Russia masses military equipment near Ukraine borders, experts in an MIT forum express concern about possible action and its consequences.
Building technological tools for nuclear disarmament
Associate Professor Areg Danagoulian credits mentorship with helping him establish a path through nuclear physics.
A look at how countries go nuclear — and why some do not
Political scientist Vipin Narang’s new book, “Seeking the Bomb,” makes sense of the complex history of nuclear weapons programs.
Solving puzzles of international trade, war, and order
Assistant Professor Mariya Grinberg works at the intersection of economics and national security, building better theories of state behavior.
MIT, US Space Force to explore opportunities for research and workforce development
New engagement discussed during recent visit to campus.
What’s the next chapter in Afghanistan?
A panel of foreign-policy experts surveys the uncertainties facing the country as it returns to Taliban rule.