“We need more scientists who can explain their work clearly, explain science to the public, and help us build a science-literate world.”

A record-breaking number of presenters flock to the MIT event’s poster competition; topics range from synthetic mucus to nature-inspired design.

Amelia Trainer’s work is fundamental to understanding how nuclear reactors operate. A passion for computer modeling and poetry have stood her in good stead through her research career.

Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry calls the initiative “classic MIT.”

A new platform will unite climate models, impact predictions, random control trial evaluations, and humanitarian services to bring cutting-edge tools to Bangladeshi communities.

A Climate Grand Challenges flagship project aims to reduce agriculture-driven emissions while making food crop plants heartier and more nutritious.

To better inform local policy in the face of changing weather extremes, MIT researchers seek to advance the modeling of long-term weather risks.

To put global climate modeling at the fingertips of local decision-makers, some scientists think it’s time to rethink the system from scratch.

From nuclear proliferation to climate change, Richard K. Lester taps research talent to map a path toward a sustainable planet.

Faculty leaders highlight innovations that can close longstanding knowledge gaps and reimagine how the world responds to the climate crisis.