MIT Sea Grant students apply machine learning to support local aquaculture hatcheries. […]
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Combining engineering, earth system science, and the social sciences, Course 1-12 prepares students to develop climate solutions. […]
The Institute also ranks second in five subject areas. […]
Lauren Aguilar knew she wanted to study energy systems at MIT but before course 1-12 Climate System Science and Engineering became a new undergraduate major, she didn’t see an obvious path to study the systems aspects […]
A new method to measure homophily in large group interactions offers insights into how groups might interact in the future. […]
The behavior of granular materials has been difficult to visualize, but a new method reveals their internal forces in 3D detail. […]
Born and raised in northeastern Brazil, Ananda Santos Figueiredo came to MIT to study astrophysics. She always had a fascination with astronomy and astrophysics. She appreciates using theoretical thinking and complex problem-solving skills when studying the […]
This measure, developed by MIT researchers, reflects direct effects on people’s quality of life — and reveals significant global disparities. […]
An analysis of the 2011 nuclear accident reveals a need for more preparation, training, and protocols for responding to low-probability accidents. […]
Justin Cole served in the Air Force for nine years operating GPS satellites and defensive space systems. Over the course of his service, he had a front row seat to our changing climate. From helping with […]
Too much livestock on a given amount of land can lead to carbon losses, but appropriate numbers can actually help sequester the carbon. […]
The MIT Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering held its 12th annual Research Day event on Monday, February 26. Hosted by Associate Professor Benedetto Marelli and Assistant Professor Darcy McRose, the event brought members of the […]
Mini-UROP program connects first-years with graduate students and postdocs for enriched learning. […]
Can carbon trading systems reduce global emissions, or are they little more than greenwashing? Clear, enforceable standards may make the difference. […]
The soil is rocky under my feet, the soft crunch-crunch often the only thing keeping me from my thoughts. Prof. Dave Des Marais said the first three miles would be more tranquil, but, given that my […]