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Advocating for science budget and policy

Advocating for science budget and policy

MIT’s Science Policy Initiative sends students and postdocs to Capitol Hill to advocate for continued and increased federal support for scientific research.

Three from MIT named 2023 Knight-Hennessy Scholars

Three from MIT named 2023 Knight-Hennessy Scholars

The fellowship funds graduate studies at Stanford University.

Demystifying startup life

Demystifying startup life

The Pozen Fellowship program immerses students in a startup environment.

Third annual MIT Research Slam showcase highlights PhD and postdoc communication skills

Third annual MIT Research Slam showcase highlights PhD and postdoc communication skills

The 2023 competition featured three-minute talks on cutting-edge research from across MIT in an engaging, live competition.

“Join us in something important and new”

“Join us in something important and new”

In her inaugural address, President Sally Kornbluth urges the MIT community to tackle pressing challenges, especially climate change, with renewed urgency.

Driving toward data justice

Driving toward data justice

Senior Amelia Dogan brings together computer science, city planning, and American studies to work for social change.

Six from MIT awarded 2023 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

Six from MIT awarded 2023 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

Fellowship funds graduate studies for outstanding immigrants and children of immigrants.

Exploring the bow shock and beyond

Exploring the bow shock and beyond

PhD student Rishabh Datta seeks to further understanding of astrophysical phenomena.

3 Questions: What’s next for local and campus-based Covid-19 policies and protocols?

3 Questions: What’s next for local and campus-based Covid-19 policies and protocols?

With federal and state public health emergencies expiring on May 11, Cecilia Stuopis and Ian Waitz discuss the next chapter for MIT.