In health care, does “hotspotting” make patients better?
Study shows no effect from program intended to reduce repeated hospitalizations by targeting high-cost patients.
Peter Dizikes | MIT News Office | Jan. 8, 2020 | mit~8 mins
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Top MIT research stories of 2019
Most popular stories of the year include science breakthroughs, engineering feats, and confirmation of 16th century architectural genius.
MIT News Office | Jan. 3, 2020 | mit~5 mins
Tags: research school-of-engineering school-of-science school-of-architecture-and-planning sloan-school-of-management school-of-humanities-arts-and-social-sciences
Tracking emissions in China
Evaluating a 2014 policy change yields some good news and some concerns.
Nancy Stauffer | MIT Energy Initiative | Dec. 30, 2019 | mit~13 mins
Tags: mit-energy-initiative sloan-school-of-management energy china emissions economics policy pollution research government business-and-management
MIT conference focuses on preparing workers for the era of artificial
As automation rises in the workplace, speakers explore ways to train students and reskill workers.
Rob Matheson | MIT News Office | Nov. 22, 2019 | mit~10 mins
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MIT report provides guidance on climate-related financial disclosures
Recommendations could help companies deliver more useful disclosures to investors on risks they face due to climate change.
David L. Chandler | MIT News Office | Nov. 6, 2019 | mit~8 mins
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How cities can leverage citizen data while protecting privacy
Study offers models for preserving the privacy of citizens while using their data to improve government services.
Rob Matheson | MIT News Office | Sept. 25, 2019 | mit~8 mins
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A tech intervention to tame tuberculosis
An interactive program using mobile phones helps more patients conclude treatment successfully.
Peter Dizikes | MIT News Office | Sept. 4, 2019 | mit~7 mins
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How “information gerrymandering” influences voters
Study analyzes how networks can distort voters’ perceptions and change election results.
Peter Dizikes | MIT News Office | Sept. 4, 2019 | mit~8 mins
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New science blooms after star researchers die, study finds
Deaths of prominent life scientists tend to be followed by a surge in highly cited research by newcomers.
Peter Dizikes | MIT News Office | Aug. 29, 2019 | mit~5 mins
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Lowering emissions without breaking the bank
New research provides a look at how India could meet its climate targets while maintaining economic growth
Mark Dwortzan | Joint Program on the Science and Policy of Global Change | July 31, 2019 | mit~5 mins
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