Surprisingly diverse innovations led to dramatically cheaper solar panels

New research can identify opportunities to drive down the cost of renewable energy systems, batteries, and many other technologies.

Better public service with data

MIT master’s student and Brazilian diplomat Davi Augusto Oliveira Pinto wants to help policymakers make informed choices to improve people’s lives.

Building a lifeline for family caregivers across the US

Ianacare, co-founded by Steven Lee ’97, MEng ’98, equips caregivers with the resources, networks, and tools they need to support loved ones.

MIT School of Engineering faculty receive awards in spring 2025

Faculty members were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.

MIT documentary “That Creative Spark” wins New England Emmy Award

Film produced by MIT Open Learning’s video team shows the art and science of hand-forged knives with master bladesmith Bob Kramer.

3 Questions: Measuring the financial impact of design in the built environment

A new book, “Value of Design,” serves as a tribute to the late MIT research scientist Andrea Chegut, whose work linked the economics of innovation to real estate finance and development.

Eco-driving measures could significantly reduce vehicle emissions

New research shows automatically controlling vehicle speeds to mitigate traffic at intersections can cut carbon emissions between 11 and 22 percent.

MIT-Africa launches new collaboration with Angola

Through education and innovation, the new initiative aims to spark novel approaches to global sustainability challenges and strengthen academic ties.

School of Architecture and Planning welcomes new faculty for 2025

Four new professors join the Department of Architecture and MIT Media Lab.

Professor Emeritus Peter Temin, influential and prolific economic historian, dies at 87

The longtime MIT scholar and former department head used the tools of economics to shed new light on historical events and their profound implications for today’s society.