Curiosity-driven basic science in the 1970s laid the groundwork for today’s leading vaccines against the novel coronavirus.

In a new book, Professor David Kaiser describes dramatic shifts in the history of an evolving discipline.

A multidecade study shows economics increasingly overlaps with other disciplines, and has become more empirical in nature.

Deaths of prominent life scientists tend to be followed by a surge in highly cited research by newcomers.

From making the lunar landings possible to interpreting the meaning of the moon rocks, the Institute was a vital part of history.

Symposium featuring former astronauts and other Apollo mission luminaries examines the program’s legacy.

A scholar’s book uncovers new material about the effects of the infamous nuclear meltdown.

From digital circuits to ingestible robots, the Institute has helped spearhead key innovations in the technology revolution.

MIT Kavli's John Richardson describes MIT's role in the historic passing of the Voyager 2 craft past the heliopause and into the interstellar medium.