Work of the Future | | | Automation is unlikely to eliminate millions of jobs any time soon — but improved policy would help Americans build better careers and share prosperity. So says a new MIT report that offers a nuanced view of the evolution of technology and jobs. Full story via MIT News → |
A robotic thread is designed to slip through the brain’s blood vessels The magnetically controlled device could deliver clot-reducing therapies in response to stroke or other brain blockages. Full story via MIT News → | |
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Building bridges Associate Professor Caitlin Mueller is using machine learning to support the design process from both an architectural and engineering perspective. Full story via MIT Spectrum → | |
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An exotic physics phenomenon is observed for the first time Observation of the non-Abelian Aharonov-Bohm Effect, predicted decades ago, may offer step toward fault-tolerant quantum computers. Full story via MIT News → | |
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How “information gerrymandering” influences voters An MIT study analyzes how networks can distort voters’ perceptions and change election results. Full story via MIT News → | |
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Students spearhead group to enhance the graduate experience A School of Engineering advisory group proposes a new leadership curriculum and stronger student-advisor relationships. Full story via MIT News → | |
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How to make sure robots help us, not replace us // Bloomberg Businessweek An MIT Task Force on the Work of the Future report finds “countries that make well-targeted, forward-looking investments in education and skills training should be able to deliver jobs with favorable earnings and employment security to the vast majority of their workers.” Full story via Bloomberg Businessweek → |
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The top-ranked college is… // The Wall Street Journal MIT has been named the No. 2 college in the nation in The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Full story via The Wall Street Journal → |
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Scientific advancement, “one funeral at a time” // Inside Higher Ed A study by Professor Pierre Azoulay finds the passing of star scientists can benefit scientific research by opening the door to an influx of new ideas and contributors. Full story via Inside Higher Ed → |
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“Particle” robots work together to perform tasks // Scientific American MIT researchers have developed a robotic system with multiple units that can operate as a cluster. “In our system, each particle is very simple, and there is no central control over the cluster,” explains Professor Daniela Rus. Full story via Scientific American → |
| | Last Friday, first-year MIT students participated in an Activities Midway hosted by the Association of Student Activities. Hundreds of students visited the the Johnson Athletic Center to learn about MIT clubs and organizations and to enjoy entertainment from some of the Institute’s student performing groups. Seen here, Tim the Beaver greeted first-years Binette Wadda (left) and Selam Bulti. More scenes from the event → | | As the first week of classes for the new semester drew to a close, first-year MIT undergraduates reflected on their transition into a new home. A video produced by sophomore Zoe Sheill provides a glimpse at the excitement, jitters, and hopes of the Class of 2023, as well as advice for a successful four years at MIT from upper-level students. Watch the video → | This edition of the MIT Weekly was brought to you by a mighty personal statement. 👋 Thanks for reading, and have a great week! —Maia, MIT News Office |
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