MIT Develops Autonomous Robot Boats to Build Floating Structures
MIT researchers have created “FloatForm,” a swarm of small robotic boats that self-assemble into adaptive floating platforms capable of reconfiguring on demand for urban…
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NSF Launches Project Triad to Integrate Quantum Technologies for Practical Use
The U.S. National Science Foundation unveiled Project Triad to combine quantum sensing, networking, and computing, aiming to develop integrated systems for diverse real-world applications
Jesse Thaler Named Director of MIT Laboratory for Nuclear Science
MIT appointed theoretical physicist Jesse Thaler as director of its Laboratory for Nuclear Science, succeeding Bolek Wyslouch and emphasizing AI-driven research
Tokyo Researchers Develop Biobased Polymers with Superior Tensile Strength
Tokyo Metropolitan University scientists create chemically recyclable biobased poly(ester amide)s from nonedible sources with tensile properties surpassing common plastics
MIT PhD Student Wins $10,000 Prize for Neurotechnology Ethics Essay
MIT awards a $10,000 prize for an essay addressing ethical challenges posed by neural implants as these devices approach consumer use
Futurists Envision America’s Society and Technology Centuries Ahead
Three futurists share insights on the United States' evolution in health, space, and artificial intelligence over the coming centuries, highlighting profound societal and technological…
MIT President Calls for Renewed Federal Support to Sustain Innovation
MIT President Sally Kornbluth urged renewed federal funding for curiosity-driven research, emphasizing AI education and the role of foundational STEM study in America’s future…
MIT Launches Inaugural Music Technology Graduate Program and Showcase
MIT's new Music Technology and Computation Graduate Program marked its debut with a research showcase featuring innovative projects blending music, engineering, and AI technologies
MIT Study Reveals Flexible Data Center Energy Use Can Cut Costs but Affect Emissions
MIT researchers find that data centers shifting energy use to off-peak hours can reduce power system costs but have varying impacts on carbon emissions…
MIT Develops Ultra-Low-Power Chip for 3D Mapping in Tiny Robots
MIT researchers unveiled a chip that uses minimal power to generate real-time 3D maps, aiding small robots and augmented reality devices in navigating complex…