All models are wrong − a computational modeling expert explains how engineers make them useful

If an engineer makes an improper assumption while designing something, sometimes the consequences are fatal. An engineering professor explains how to reduce risk.

Zachary del Rosario, Assistant Professor of Engineering, Olin College of Engineering • conversation
April 18, 2025 ~8 min

Making AI-generated code more accurate in any language

A new technique automatically guides an LLM toward outputs that adhere to the rules of whatever programming language or other format is being used.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
April 18, 2025 ~8 min


Equipping living cells with logic gates to fight cancer

Founded by MIT researchers, Senti Bio is giving immune cells the ability to distinguish between healthy and cancerous cells.

Zach Winn | MIT News • mit
April 18, 2025 ~8 min

A faster way to solve complex planning problems

By eliminating redundant computations, a new data-driven method can streamline processes like scheduling trains, routing delivery drivers, or assigning airline crews.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
April 16, 2025 ~8 min

Training LLMs to self-detoxify their language

A new method from the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab helps large language models to steer their own responses toward safer, more ethical, value-aligned outputs.

Lauren Hinkel | MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab • mit
April 14, 2025 ~11 min

New initiative to advance innovations in pediatric care

The Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub aims to break down barriers to pediatric innovation and foster transformative research to improve children’s health outcomes.

Zach Goodale | School of Engineering • mit
April 11, 2025 ~7 min

Engineered bacteria emit signals that can be spotted from a distance

These bacteria, which could be designed to detect pollution or nutrients, could act as sensors to help farmers monitor their crops.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
April 11, 2025 ~8 min

New method efficiently safeguards sensitive AI training data

The approach maintains an AI model’s accuracy while ensuring attackers can’t extract secret information.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
April 11, 2025 ~7 min


Using liquid air for grid-scale energy storage

New research finds liquid air energy storage could be the lowest-cost option for ensuring a continuous power supply on a future grid dominated by carbon-free but intermittent sources of electricity.

Nancy W. Stauffer | MIT Energy Initiative • mit
April 10, 2025 ~13 min

Hopping gives this tiny robot a leg up

MIT engineers developed an insect-sized jumping robot that can traverse challenging terrains and carry heavy payloads.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
April 9, 2025 ~8 min

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