How Households Can Reduce Energy Costs Effectively
Energy poverty is a pressing global issue, impacting millions who spend over 8 percent of their annual household income on…
Category: Innovation
Creating Small Filters to Address Major Challenges
In various industrial operations, gas, liquid, or ion separation typically relies on thermal processes. These methods exploit minor variations in…
Reduce Carbon Footprint of Bridges and Structures
Ever since childhood, when he marveled at the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, civil engineer and MIT Morningside…
AI Communication Training to Mimic Human Sounds
Have you ever tried to describe the sound of a malfunctioning car engine or imitated the meow of a neighbor’s…
Space Traffic Management Innovations at MIT Research
Sydney Dolan’s journey is rooted in a passionate commitment to responsible stewardship of both space and our planet. As a…
Yari Golden-Castaño Excited About MIT Outreach Efforts
Yari Golden-Castaño’s journey into the wonders of space began with her grandmother, Barbarita, who taught her how to read from…
Children’s interests shape brain responses to language
Recent research from the McGovern Institute for Brain Research uncovers how individual interests influence language processing in children’s brains, setting…
MIT Affiliates Win 2024 National Medals of Science and Technology
In a momentous announcement today, the White House revealed that four esteemed faculty members from MIT are among the 23…
Abundant Phytoplankton Supports Global Marine Microbe Network
Have you ever wondered about the unsung heroes of our oceans? Enter the tiny yet powerful Prochlorococcus marinus, a vibrant…
MIT scientists discover origins of fast radio burst
Fast radio bursts (FRBs) are remarkable cosmic phenomena, characterized by their brief yet intense emissions of radio waves. These bursts,…
Empowering Students for Global Decarbonization Solutions
Students at MIT are at the forefront of producing groundbreaking research and innovations. However, tackling the immense challenge of climate…
Wireless antennas use light to enhance cellular monitoring
Understanding how cells communicate is crucial for advancing our knowledge of various biological processes, particularly in diagnosing and treating medical…
Autonomous Drones Track Warehouse Inventories Accurately
In today’s fast-paced world of logistics—whether in fulfillment centers, manufacturing, or distribution—speed is essential. However, the efficiency of shipping products…
MIT affiliates awarded 2025 IEEE honors and recognition
The IEEE has proudly unveiled the recipients of its distinguished 2025 medals, technical awards, and fellowships, shining a spotlight on…
MIT appoints Frida Polli as visiting innovation scholar
Frida Polli, a renowned neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and inventor, has been appointed as MIT’s inaugural visiting innovation scholar for the 2024-25…