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Scattering neutrinos to probe the fundamental laws of the universe

As she became integral to an international particle physics experiment, PhD student Faith Reyes found confidence in herself as a scientist.

FUNdaMENTALs of precision design

Precision, repeatability, and fun are the focus in mechanical engineering course 2.70 (Fundamentals of Precision Product Design).

MIT named the nation’s top university by U.S. News for 2026-27

The Institute’s undergraduate engineering, computer science, and economics programs are No. 1; its business program is No. 2.

Updates

Advancing Undergraduate Education through Innovation

The Alex and Brit d’Arbeloff fund for Excellence in Education and the Education Innovation Funds for Teaching and Learning have awarded funding to four departments for projects aimed at improving undergraduate education at MIT.

Final Report of the Ad Hoc Committee on AI Use in Teaching, Learning, and Research Training

The report assesses how instructors and students are currently using generative AI, identifies innovations it allows and challenges it presents in teaching and assessment, and proposes an AI use policy.

New Vice Chancellor for Student Life

Chancellor Melissa Nobles has announced that Akirah Bradley-Armstrong from UC Santa Cruz has been named the new vice chancellor for student life. Bradley-Armstrong will take the helm in October, when current vice chancellor Suzy Nelson retires.