Published June 19, 20243 Questions: Catherine D’Ignazio on data science and a quest for justice In her new book, “Counting Feminicide,” D’Ignazio explores how activists have tabulated the epidemic of gender-based murder in Latin America. News
Published June 18, 2024Researchers leverage shadows to model 3D scenes, including objects blocked from view This technique could lead to safer autonomous vehicles, more efficient AR/VR headsets, or faster warehouse robots. News
Published June 10, 2024Protein study could help researchers develop new antibiotics Researchers created a water-soluble version of an important bacterial enzyme, which can now be used in drug screens to identify new antibiotics. News
Published June 10, 2024Infinite Mile Awardees honored At the annual SA+P Staff Appreciation event, three colleagues were recognized for their unique and selfless contributions to the School and MIT News
Published June 7, 2024Students research pathways for MIT to reach decarbonization goals A class this semester challenged students to evaluate technologies to help MIT decarbonize — with implications for organizations across the globe. News
Published June 6, 2024Mouth-based touchpad enables people living with paralysis to interact with computers The startup Augmental allows users to operate phones and other devices using their tongue, mouth, and head gestures. News
Published June 5, 2024SPURS Fellowships offer time out to reflect, learn, and connect The MIT Special Program for Urban and Regional Studies has hosted more than 750 mid-career individuals from 135 nations who are or will be shaping policy in their home News
Published June 5, 2024Ultrasound offers a new way to perform deep brain stimulation MIT Media Lab engineers’ implantable ImPULS device could become an alternative to the electrodes now used to treat Parkinson’s and other diseases. News
Published June 3, 2024Diane Hoskins ’79: How going off-track can lead new SA+P graduates to become integrators of ideas “Design is not a luxury,” the Gensler global co-chair told advanced degree recipients. “It’s for everyone, everywhere.” News