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…
Category: Innovation
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…
High Resolution Ocean Floor Mapping with Surface Sonar System
On June 18, 2023, the Titan submersible was approximately 90 minutes into its planned two-hour descent to the Titanic wreckage,…
MIT engineers develop high-rise 3D chip technology
The electronics sector is nearing the limits of how many transistors can be integrated onto a computer chip’s surface. Consequently,…
Why MIT’s NEET Program is the Ideal Interdisciplinary Choice
From an early age, Katie Spivakovsky was intrigued by the complexities of the world around her. Growing up in Menlo…
November EV sales spike fueled by China’s market strength
A recent report reveals that China was responsible for two-thirds of global electric vehicle (EV) sales in November 2024, highlighting…
MIT 2024 Schmidt Futures AI2050 Fellows Announced
Recently, five faculty members from MIT, along with two distinguished alumni, have been honored as part of the 2024 cohort…
Half-Century of Cancer Research Artifacts Unveiled
In 2024, MIT’s Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research proudly commemorates five decades of groundbreaking cancer research and the remarkable…
How to Teach Robots Safe Limits for Open-Ended Tasks
When someone advises you to “know your limits,” they’re often referring to moderation in activities like exercise. However, for robots,…
Teaching Robots Safe Limits for Open-Ended Tasks
When someone suggests you should “know your limits,” they often mean exercising within safe boundaries. However, for robots, this advice…
Circular Economy in the Built Environment Solutions
The construction industry faces a significant challenge: the staggering amount of waste it generates. Recent data indicates that in 2018…
2024 Nobel Prize Winners with MIT Connections Celebrated
During the prestigious Nobel Week in Stockholm, Sweden, MIT affiliates were honored for their exceptional contributions to science and economics.…
Noninvasive imaging method penetrates deeper into tissue
Metabolic imaging is an innovative, noninvasive technique that allows researchers and medical professionals to examine living cells with the use…