The global health crisis triggered by COVID-19 has created unprecedented challenges for psychological wellbeing worldwide. In a groundbreaking study, scientists from MIT and Harvard University have leveraged artificial intelligence to measure these mental health impacts by examining linguistic patt[more]
The remarkable capacity to reason abstractly about unfolding events stands as a cornerstone of human intelligence. Humans intuitively understand that crying and writing serve as communication methods, and that a panda falling from a tree and an airplane landing represent different manifestations of[more]
In a groundbreaking development, MIT engineers have created an innovative "brain-on-a-chip" technology, smaller than a confetti piece, incorporating tens of thousands of artificial brain synapses called memristors. These silicon-based components are designed to replicate the information-transmittin[more]
In an innovative response to the global pandemic, The MIT Press has unveiled Rapid Reviews: COVID-19 (RR:C19), a groundbreaking open access journal leveraging artificial intelligence to accelerate peer review of COVID-19 research. This cutting-edge platform delivers real-time, verified scientific i[more]
The race to develop effective treatments against Covid-19 stands as one of humanity's most pressing challenges, demanding unprecedented collaboration across scientific disciplines. At the forefront of this battle, MIT's interdisciplinary teams—comprising experts in machine learning algorithms and l[more]
Effective business meetings serve as decision-making hubs where crucial details are ironed out. However, the true challenge emerges afterward—transforming these discussions into actionable outcomes. Participants must accurately recall details, understand their responsibilities, and execute on commi[more]
Modern medications typically contain approximately eight additives classified as "inactive" ingredients. These components are incorporated into pills to enhance taste, extend shelf life, and stabilize the active pharmaceutical compounds. While some of these additives have previously drawn scrutiny [more]
The MIT Stephen A. Schwarzman College of Computing stands at the forefront of addressing the unprecedented opportunities and challenges in our digital era. This innovative institution is transforming academia through three fundamental pillars: accelerating the evolution of computer science and arti[more]
The swift advancement of artificial intelligence technologies worldwide has sparked growing demands for comprehensive AI governance: regulations that foster technological breakthroughs while safeguarding individuals from privacy intrusions, exploitative monitoring, algorithmic discrimination, and o[more]
In a groundbreaking move to advance artificial intelligence education and research, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has restructured its largest academic unit, the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS). This transformation aligns with the establishment of the MI[more]
