Southern California has recently faced a series of devastating wildfires, such as the Palisades and Eaton fires, which have left a trail of destruction and highlighted the region’s increasing vulnerability to natural hazards. These events serve […]
Designing new alloy materials with two or more elements is a complicated process that requires combining information from multiple scales—like zooming in and out between atomic structures and large-scale material properties. Traditionally, this involves experts carefully […]
Findings reported by MIT researchers may have significant implications in material design. […]
New findings illuminate how Prochlorococcus’ nightly “cross-feeding” plays a role in regulating the ocean’s capacity to cycle and store carbon. […]
MIT engineers developed AI frameworks to identify evidence-driven hypotheses that could advance biologically inspired materials. […]
Sensors developed by SMART researchers are capable of detecting pH changes in plant xylem enable farmers to detect drought stress up to 48 hours before visible physical symptoms manifest. […]
A better understanding of construction industry stakeholders’ motivations can lead to greater adoption of circular practices. […]
MIT engineers show how detailed mapping of weather conditions and energy demand can guide optimization for siting renewable energy installations. […]
The technique could make AI systems better at complex tasks that involve variability. […]
An AI method developed by Professor Markus Buehler finds hidden links between science and art to suggest novel materials. […]
The associate professor of civil and environmental engineering studies ancient materials while working to solve modern problems. […]
Researchers across MIT are working on ways to boost food production and help crops survive drought. […]
As climate change accelerates sea-level rise and intensifies storms, marsh-fronted seawalls can provide an economical coastal defense, MIT engineers report. […]
Using the concept of “outdoor days,” a study shows how global warming will affect people’s ability to work or enjoy recreation outdoors. […]
Membranes based on natural silk and cellulose can remove many contaminants, including “forever chemicals” and heavy metals. […]