Self-transforming robot blocks jump, spin, flip, and identify each other
Developed at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, robots can self-assemble to form various structures with applications including disaster relief.
Oct. 30, 2019 • ~6 min
MIT researchers respond to hurricanes Irma and Maria | MIT News
The Humanitarian Response Lab works with FEMA to optimize public and private sector supply chains serving hurricane-affected areas.
Oct. 20, 2017 • ~7 min
Mapathon seeks to direct humanitarian aid for Puerto Rico | MIT News
Boston-area volunteers gather at MIT to help identify post-hurricane conditions in the territory
Oct. 16, 2017 • ~3 min
Targeted, crowdsourced aid for Mexican earthquake victims | MIT News
MIT team’s online platform links those who need aid with those who can help. (Este artículo está disponible en español.)
Sept. 24, 2017 • ~5 min
MIT map offers real-time, crowd-sourced flood reporting during Hurricane Irma | MIT News
Via social media, residents can contribute to public map that increases safety and helps response planning.
Sept. 8, 2017 • ~4 min
Art and science merge in a disaster readiness haven | MIT News
Innovative off-grid PREPHubs structures house basic services needed in the aftermath of a disaster.
July 7, 2016 • ~9 min
MIT community galvanizes support for earthquake relief efforts | MIT News
Community members are working on fundraising efforts in the wake of recent quakes in Ecuador and Japan.
April 25, 2016 • ~2 min
MIT’s response to earthquake in Nepal | MIT News
MIT supports recovery and learning following earthquake in Nepal.
Oct. 8, 2015 • ~5 min
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