A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis. Anne Trafton | MIT News Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Sarah…
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins. Peter Dizikes | MIT News Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Abby Abazorius Email:…
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time. Zach Winn | MIT News Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Abby Abazorius Email: abbya@mit.edu Phone: 617-253-2709 MIT News Office Media…
Stanford professor Robert Hall and Columbia professor Michael Woodford have been awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for their groundbreaking contributions to macroeconomics. Dr. Hall, who earned his PhD from the university in 1967, and Dr. Woodford, a 1983 doctoral alumnus, were jointly recognized for their seminal research that transformed how economists understand economic fluctuations and monetary policy. Their theoretical and empirical frameworks have deeply influenced modern central banking and government responses to financial crises. This historic win highlights the enduring academic excellence and global impact of the university’s doctoral economics program.
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions. Stefanie Koperniak | Institute for Data, Systems, and Society Publication Date: October 8, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Jordan Silva Email: jordansi@mit.edu MIT…
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has sparked urgent debates across higher education regarding its proper role in teaching, learning, and research. Rather than outright bans, many academic leaders are grappling with how to integrate generative AI tools responsibly while preserving foundational critical thinking and academic integrity. This ongoing evolution requires institutions to establish clear ethical guidelines and adapt curricula to prepare students for an AI-driven workforce. Ultimately, the best path forward depends on fostering collaborative dialogue among educators, students, and technologists to ensure technology enhances rather than replaces human scholarship.
In the MIT class 6.C31 (Hack Yourself) students apply computer science strategies to personal growth goals. Jane Halpern | Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Publication Date: October 8, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Jane Halpern Email: jhalpern@mit.edu Phone:…
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming. Watch Video Jennifer Chu | MIT News Publication Date: October 8, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Abby Abazorius…
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient. Adam Zewe | MIT News Publication Date: October 8, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Abby Abazorius Email: abbya@mit.edu Phone: 617-253-2709…
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon. Watch Video Janine Liberty | Department of Aeronautics…