This compact, low-power receiver could give a boost to 5G smart devices

Researchers designed a tiny receiver chip that is more resilient to interference, which could enable smaller 5G “internet of things” devices with longer battery lives.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
June 17, 2025 ~7 min

Closing in on superconducting semiconductors

Plasma Science and Fusion Center researchers created a superconducting circuit that could one day replace semiconductor components in quantum and high-performance computing systems.

Julianna Mullen | Plasma Science and Fusion Center • mit
June 17, 2025 ~5 min


A brief history of the global economy, through the lens of a single barge

Ian Kumekawa’s book “Empty Vessel” explores globalization, economics, and the hazy world of short-term transactions known as “the offshore.”

Peter Dizikes | MIT News • mit
June 17, 2025 ~8 min

Decarbonizing steel is as tough as steel

But a new study shows how advanced steelmaking technologies could substantially reduce carbon emissions.

Mark Dwortzan | Center for Sustainability Science and Strategy • mit
June 11, 2025 ~4 min

Bringing meaning into technology deployment

The MIT Ethics of Computing Research Symposium showcases projects at the intersection of technology, ethics, and social responsibility.

Danna Lorch | MIT Schwarzman College of Computing • mit
June 11, 2025 ~9 min

Photonic processor could streamline 6G wireless signal processing

By performing deep learning at the speed of light, this chip could give edge devices new capabilities for real-time data analysis.

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

Have a damaged painting? Restore it in just hours with an AI-generated “mask”

A new method can physically restore original paintings using digitally constructed films, which can be removed if desired.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
June 11, 2025 ~8 min

How the brain solves complicated problems

Study shows humans flexibly deploy different reasoning strategies to tackle challenging mental tasks — offering insights for building machines that think more like us.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
June 11, 2025 ~9 min


Window-sized device taps the air for safe drinking water

MIT engineers developed an atmospheric water harvester that produces fresh water anywhere — even Death Valley, California.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
June 11, 2025 ~8 min

Once-a-week pill for schizophrenia shows promise in clinical trials

The ingestible capsule forms a drug depot in the stomach, gradually releasing its payload and eliminating the need for patients to take medicine every day.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
June 10, 2025 ~7 min

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