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Building energy security through more sustainable batteries

PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.

Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill

MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.

Working to automate nuclear plant operations

PhD student Lauren Fortier is building on the experience she gained operating a nuclear plant for the Navy to solve a critical hurdle in the wider adoption of the energy source.

Updates

Freedom of Expression at MIT

MIT maintains a firm commitment to ensuring that everyone in the community can express their views freely. Learn more about MIT’s policies about freedom of expression, harassment, and demonstration activities on campus.

Introducing the new Concourse Faculty Director

Lily L. Tsai from the Department of Political Science will be the next Concourse faculty director. She will begin her role on August 1.

Update on GSU Negotiations

Negotiations are underway between MIT and the Graduate Student Union (GSU) to arrive at a new Collective Bargaining Agreement.