A new computational approach reveals how cells communicate to assemble into tissues. This could accelerate stem cell engineering, improve disease models, and inform therapies. Shafaq Zia | Whitehead Institute Publication Date: October 15, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Greta Friar…
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected. Jennifer Chu | MIT News Publication Date: October 15, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Abby Abazorius Email: abbya@mit.edu Phone: 617-253-2709 MIT News Office Media Download ↓ Download…
Governments and private companies often work together to provide public services online. A new study asks: How do these partnerships affect people’s trust in government? Will Sullivan | MIT Governance Lab Publication Date: October 15, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact:…
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills. Peter Dizikes | MIT News Publication Date: October 15, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Abby Abazorius Email: abbya@mit.edu Phone: 617-253-2709 MIT News Office Media Download…
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is mourning the loss of Thomas Rose, a brilliant and dedicated researcher who left an indelible mark on the scientific community. Colleagues widely remembered him not only for his groundbreaking intellect and innovative contributions to his field, but also for his profound generosity and collaborative spirit. Throughout his distinguished tenure, Rose generously shared his time, expertise, and mentorship with students and peers alike, fostering a welcoming and inspiring environment. His sudden passing is a tremendous loss to the institution and all who had the privilege of working alongside him. The MIT community continues to celebrate his remarkable legacy of academic excellence and profound human kindness.
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning. Zach Winn | MIT News Publication Date: October 14, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Abby Abazorius Email: abbya@mit.edu Phone: 617-253-2709 MIT News Office…
MIT Media Lab professor received the IDSA Special Achievement Award for three decades of research integrating physical and digital environments. David Sweeney | MIT Media Lab Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: David Sweeney Email: dws1052@media.mit.edu Phone:…
Machine-learning networks can learn without detailed instructions from a designer. Those that do may offer insight into how the brain reorganizes itself during learning. Jennifer Michalowski | McGovern Institute for Brain Research Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Press Inquiries Press…
Roadshow event highlights Massachusetts’ defense-biotechnology ecosystem. Kylie Foy | MIT Lincoln Laboratory Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: David R. Granchelli Email: granchelli@ll.mit.edu Phone: 781-981- 4204 MIT Lincoln Laboratory Close Caption: Lincoln Laboratory hosted representatives of the…
Co-founders Aleks Banaś and Zachary Rapaport see architecture and farming as deeply complementary disciplines. Their nascent club is having a sizeable impact at the Institute. Maria Iacobo | School of Architecture and Planning Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Press Inquiries…