Department of Energy’s NNSA SSGF & LRGF Application Q&A
The Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration Stewardship Science and Laboratory Residency graduate fellowships will offer a December 10 webinar to outline the 2026-27 application process and answer related questions.
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Lightning-prediction tool could help protect the planes of the future
More than 70 aircraft are struck by lightning every day. If you happen to be flying when a strike occurs, chances are you won’t feel a thing, thanks to lightning protection measures that are embedded in key zones throughout the aircraft. Lightning protection systems work well, largely because they are designed for planes with a […]
3 Questions: How AI is helping us monitor and support vulnerable ecosystems
A recent study from Oregon State University estimated that more than 3,500 animal species are at risk of extinction because of factors including habitat alterations, natural resources being overexploited, and climate change. To better understand these changes and protect vulnerable wildlife, conservationists like MIT PhD student and Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) researcher Justin […]
Using classic physical phenomena to solve new problems
Quenching, a powerful heat transfer mechanism, is remarkably effective at transporting heat away. But in extreme environments, like nuclear power plants and aboard spaceships, a lot rides on the efficiency and speed of the process. It’s why Marco Graffiedi, a fifth-year doctoral student at MIT’s Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering (NSE), is researching the […]
Cambridge in the In-Between Moments
Some of my favorite moments in Cambridge weren’t planned. They weren’t the kinds of things you’d mark on a calendar or schedule your week around. They just happened, quietly and unexpectedly, while I was trying to get home, find dinner, or avoid doing my laundry for the third night in a row. And I’ve noticed […]
DOE CSGF 2025 Application Q&A
Please join Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) staff as they host an informational application webinar.
Studying war in the new nuclear age
Nuclear security can be a daunting topic: The consequences seem unimaginable, but the threat is real. Some scholars, though, thrive on the close study of the world’s most dangerous weapons. That includes Caitlin Talmadge PhD ’11, an MIT faculty member who is part of the Institute’s standout group of nuclear security specialists. Talmadge, who joined […]
Support with purpose, driven by empathy
MIT professors Michael McDonald and Kristala Prather embody a form of mentorship defined not only by technical expertise, but by care. They remind us that the most lasting academic guidance is not only about advancing research, but about nurturing their students along the way. For McDonald’s students, his presence is one of deep empathy and […]
At MIT, a day of hands-on, kid-friendly learning
Back and better than ever, the Cambridge Science Carnival, an annual free family-friendly science extravaganza, was held on Sunday, Sept. 21, at the Kendall/MIT Open Space. Founded by the MIT Museum in 2007, and organized with the support of MIT and the City of Cambridge, the 2025 event drew approximately 20,000 attendees and featured more than 140 activities, […]
Five with MIT ties elected to National Academy of Medicine for 2025
On Oct. 20 during its annual meeting, the National Academy of Medicine announced the election of 100 new members, including MIT faculty members Dina Katabi and Facundo Batista, along with three additional MIT alumni. Election to the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and […]
Over 1,000 MIT students inspired to work toward climate solutions
Recently, more than 1,000 MIT students stepped into the shoes of global decision-makers by trying out En-ROADS, a simulation tool developed to test climate policies, explore solutions, and envision a cleaner and safer environmental future. MIT is committed to climate action, and this year’s new student orientation showcased that commitment. For the first time ever, […]
Solar energy startup Active Surfaces wins inaugural PITCH.nano competition
The inaugural PITCH.nano competition, hosted by MIT.nano’s hard technology accelerator START.nano, provided a platform for early-stage startups to present their innovations to MIT and Boston’s hard-tech startup ecosystem. The grand prize winner was Active Surfaces, a startup that is generating renewable energy exactly where it is going to be used through lightweight, flexible solar cells. Active […]
The student becomes the teacher
Coming from a small high school in rural South Dakota that didn’t offer advanced placement (AP) classes, Titus Roesler ’25 didn’t have the easiest start at MIT. But when his efforts to catch up academically to his peers led to a job as a teaching assistant, it changed everything. Roesler, who graduated last spring with […]
New software designs eco-friendly clothing that can reassemble into new items
It’s hard to keep up with the ever-changing trends of the fashion world. What’s “in” one minute is often out of style the next season, potentially causing you to re-evaluate your wardrobe. Staying current with the latest fashion styles can be wasteful and expensive, though. Roughly 92 million tons of textile waste are produced annually, including […]
GradThriving & ISO presents Donuts with Dave & Denzil!
Free Breakfast! Join Vice Chancellor David Darmofal and OGE Senior Associate Dean & Director Denzil Streete in the Bush Room (10-105) for some free coffee, apple cider donuts, breakfast and a chance to chat with fellow students and senior leadership. Need a conversation starter? Ask Dave about life at the Warehouse (where he lives), or […]
GradThriving
GradThriving is designed to foster the holistic well-being and academic success of MIT graduate students. Our mission is to create an environment where students not only survive, but thrive in their academic and personal lives. This new unit will bring together existing and expanding services: Straightforward access to what you needOne unit makes it simpler […]
Nathan Wilmers
Nathan Wilmers is the Sarofim Family Career Development Associate Professor of Work and Organizations at MIT Sloan. His research spans wage and earnings inequality, economic sociology, and the sociology of labor. He is also affiliated with the Institute for Work and Employment Research, and the Economic Sociology program at Sloan. Wilmers researches wage and earnings […]
Rohit Karnik
Rohit Karnik is Abdul Latif Jameel Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at MIT, where he leads the Microfluidics and Nanofluidics Research Group, and serves as Director of the Abdul Latif Jameel Water and Food Systems Lab (J-WAFS). His research explores the physics of micro- and nanofluidic flows and systems. Applications of his work […]
The brain power behind sustainable AI
How can you use science to build a better gingerbread house? That was something Miranda Schwacke spent a lot of time thinking about. The MIT graduate student in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (DMSE) is part of Kitchen Matters, a group of grad students who use food and kitchen tools to explain scientific concepts through short […]
