Helping Robots Practice Skills Independently to Adapt to Unfamiliar Environments
A new algorithm from MIT's CSAIL and The AI Institute allows robots to practice skills autonomously, potentially leading to more adaptable machines in various settings.
Dr. Ravindra Shinde
New Flexible Electronics Material Offers Hope of Combating E-Waste
A novel flexible substrate material developed through a collaboration between MIT, the University of Utah, and Meta promises to revolutionize the electronics industry by enabling both the recycling of materials and the production of more complex circuitry.
The Moon's Whisper-Thin Atmosphere: A Tale Written in Meteorite Dust
While the moon lacks any breathable air, it does host a barely-there atmosphere. New research reveals that this delicate atmosphere is primarily a product of impact vaporization, a process where meteorites and micrometeoroids continuously bombard the lunar surface, vaporizing atoms and lofting them
A Human Fingerprint on the Sky: Scientists Link Rising Upper Troposphere Ozone to Human Activity
New research from MIT confirms that the rising levels of ozone in the upper troposphere, a trend with significant implications for global warming, are largely attributable to human activities. This finding paves the way for targeted strategies to mitigate ozone's impact on the climate.
Unlocking the Secrets of Magnetism: New Insights into Exotic Particles in Ultrathin Materials
MIT physicists and colleagues have made significant strides in understanding exotic particles called excitons, which play a crucial role in a unique form of magnetism found in ultrathin materials. Their research, utilizing a powerful instrument at Brookhaven National Laboratory, sheds light on the o
A New Era of Blood Pressure Management: Real-Time Insights for Critical Care
A groundbreaking mathematical model, developed at MIT, promises to revolutionize blood pressure management in critical care settings. By accurately and rapidly estimating cardiac output and systemic vascular resistance, the two key determinants of blood pressure, this innovation empowers medical pro
A New Era in Electronics? Ultrathin Transistor Shows Remarkable Promise
Researchers at MIT have developed a new transistor using an ultrathin ferroelectric material, demonstrating properties that could revolutionize electronics. This breakthrough could lead to faster, more durable, and energy-efficient devices, impacting everything from computer memory to energy storage