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Why this PhD candidate joined campus protests against the Israel-Hamas war

MIT PhD student Jessica Metzger faced severe institutional penalties for participating in protests against the Israel-Hamas war, raising concerns over academic freedom.

Students urge Cambridge to stand up to MIT over suspension of pro-Palestinian activists

MIT students rally against the university's suspension of pro-Palestinian activists, calling it administrative repression and advocating for the reinstatement of a suspended PhD student.

Pro-Palestine zine cannot be distributed on campus, MIT says

MIT students launched Written Revolution to explore pro-Palestine themes, but faced administrative pushback due to concerns over radical protest calls.

Why this PhD candidate joined campus protests against the Israel-Hamas war

MIT PhD student Jessica Metzger faced severe institutional penalties for participating in protests against the Israel-Hamas war, raising concerns over academic freedom.

Students urge Cambridge to stand up to MIT over suspension of pro-Palestinian activists

MIT students rally against the university's suspension of pro-Palestinian activists, calling it administrative repression and advocating for the reinstatement of a suspended PhD student.

Pro-Palestine zine cannot be distributed on campus, MIT says

MIT students launched Written Revolution to explore pro-Palestine themes, but faced administrative pushback due to concerns over radical protest calls.
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Here's how Renee Rapp's Leighton exits 'The Sex Lives of College Girls'

Leighton Murray's character experiences significant growth this season as she transitions from Essex College to MIT for her career ambitions.
#higher-education

M.I.T. to Offer Free Tuition to Families Earning Less Than $200,000

M.I.T. will eliminate tuition costs for undergraduates from families earning less than $200,000, significantly enhancing accessibility to higher education.

MIT Gives Free Tuition For Families Earning $200,000 or Less | Entrepreneur

MIT will make tuition free for students from families earning up to $200,000 starting next year, and completely free for those earning below $100,000 in 2025.

Affirmative Action News Is Coming

The Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling has significantly altered college admissions, requiring major process adjustments without race considerations.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology to waive tuition for families making less than $200K

MIT announced tuition-free education for incoming students from families earning less than $200,000, covering 80% of its classes.

Here's how New England colleges fared in U.S. News's 2024 rankings

MIT ranks second in U.S. News annual college rankings, following Princeton and ahead of Harvard.
Concerns over U.S. News rankings methodology lead to boycott by several law schools.

The Next Battle in Higher Ed May Strike at Its Soul: Scholarship

Higher education is facing increased scrutiny over issues of integrity, including plagiarism and admissions scandals.
There have been accusations of plagiarism and controversies surrounding admissions processes at prestigious universities such as Stanford, Harvard, and M.I.T.

M.I.T. to Offer Free Tuition to Families Earning Less Than $200,000

M.I.T. will eliminate tuition costs for undergraduates from families earning less than $200,000, significantly enhancing accessibility to higher education.

MIT Gives Free Tuition For Families Earning $200,000 or Less | Entrepreneur

MIT will make tuition free for students from families earning up to $200,000 starting next year, and completely free for those earning below $100,000 in 2025.

Affirmative Action News Is Coming

The Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling has significantly altered college admissions, requiring major process adjustments without race considerations.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology to waive tuition for families making less than $200K

MIT announced tuition-free education for incoming students from families earning less than $200,000, covering 80% of its classes.

Here's how New England colleges fared in U.S. News's 2024 rankings

MIT ranks second in U.S. News annual college rankings, following Princeton and ahead of Harvard.
Concerns over U.S. News rankings methodology lead to boycott by several law schools.

The Next Battle in Higher Ed May Strike at Its Soul: Scholarship

Higher education is facing increased scrutiny over issues of integrity, including plagiarism and admissions scandals.
There have been accusations of plagiarism and controversies surrounding admissions processes at prestigious universities such as Stanford, Harvard, and M.I.T.
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#robotics

MIT's New Robot Dog Learned to Walk and Climb in a Simulation Whipped Up by Generative AI

Researchers have successfully trained a robot dog using completely synthetic data, overcoming traditional challenges of data gathering for AI training.

Engineers Design Robotic Replica of the Heart's Right Chamber

MIT engineers have developed a robotic replica of the heart's right ventricle that mimics its beating and blood-pumping action.
The robotic right ventricle combines real heart tissue with artificial muscles to observe how the ventricle functions in healthy and diseased states.

Researchers develop hair-thin battery to power tiny robots | TechCrunch

MIT developed innovative tiny batteries to power advanced robotics, crucial for applications like drug delivery and pipeline monitoring.

MIT's New Robot Dog Learned to Walk and Climb in a Simulation Whipped Up by Generative AI

Researchers have successfully trained a robot dog using completely synthetic data, overcoming traditional challenges of data gathering for AI training.

Engineers Design Robotic Replica of the Heart's Right Chamber

MIT engineers have developed a robotic replica of the heart's right ventricle that mimics its beating and blood-pumping action.
The robotic right ventricle combines real heart tissue with artificial muscles to observe how the ventricle functions in healthy and diseased states.

Researchers develop hair-thin battery to power tiny robots | TechCrunch

MIT developed innovative tiny batteries to power advanced robotics, crucial for applications like drug delivery and pipeline monitoring.
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#artificial-intelligence

ODSC's AI Weekly Recap: Week of January 19th

MIT researchers introduce AI method using automated interpretability agents
Apple plans to reorganize AI team

Stratospheric safety standards: How aviation could steer regulation of AI in health

The likelihood of dying in a plane crash is very low, with an industry fatality risk of 0.11.
MIT scientists are looking to the highly regulated aviation industry as a model for regulating artificial intelligence in healthcare.

MIT Startup Takes On Big AI Names Using Radically New Tech

Liquid Foundation Models from Liquid AI present a promising and efficient alternative to traditional AI models, capable of processing diverse data types.

MIT delivers database containing 700+ risks associated with AI

The AI Risk Repository aims to provide an updatable overview of AI-related risks identified through extensive research.

Engineering household robots to have a little common sense

Robots learn household tasks through imitation but struggle to handle disruptions.
MIT engineers develop a method connecting robot motion data with 'common sense knowledge' of large language models.

ODSC's AI Weekly Recap: Week of January 19th

MIT researchers introduce AI method using automated interpretability agents
Apple plans to reorganize AI team

Stratospheric safety standards: How aviation could steer regulation of AI in health

The likelihood of dying in a plane crash is very low, with an industry fatality risk of 0.11.
MIT scientists are looking to the highly regulated aviation industry as a model for regulating artificial intelligence in healthcare.

MIT Startup Takes On Big AI Names Using Radically New Tech

Liquid Foundation Models from Liquid AI present a promising and efficient alternative to traditional AI models, capable of processing diverse data types.

MIT delivers database containing 700+ risks associated with AI

The AI Risk Repository aims to provide an updatable overview of AI-related risks identified through extensive research.

Engineering household robots to have a little common sense

Robots learn household tasks through imitation but struggle to handle disruptions.
MIT engineers develop a method connecting robot motion data with 'common sense knowledge' of large language models.
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#science

Celebrating science that's off the beaten track

The Ig Nobel awards celebrate quirky scientific research that brings laughter and deeper understanding.

Studies on pigeon-guided missiles, swimming abilities of dead fish among Ig Nobels winners in Cambridge

The Ig Nobel Prizes celebrate bizarre yet thought-provoking scientific achievements in a humorous ceremony, showcasing the unique relationship between comedy and science.

Celebrating science that's off the beaten track

The Ig Nobel awards celebrate quirky scientific research that brings laughter and deeper understanding.

Studies on pigeon-guided missiles, swimming abilities of dead fish among Ig Nobels winners in Cambridge

The Ig Nobel Prizes celebrate bizarre yet thought-provoking scientific achievements in a humorous ceremony, showcasing the unique relationship between comedy and science.
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Homing pigeon missiles honored with Ig Nobel Prize

The Ig Nobel Prize celebrates quirky scientific discoveries that amuse and provoke thought, all while maintaining a lighthearted and absurd atmosphere.
#affirmative-action

Black and Latino Enrollment at M.I.T. Drops Significantly

The percentage of Black, Hispanic, Native American, and Pacific Islander students at MIT fell to 16%, reflecting the impact of the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling.

Spike in Asian Americans at MIT proves it was discriminating against them

The increase in Asian-American admissions at MIT post-affirmative action indicates a significant shift in college admissions dynamics.

Black and Latino Enrollment at M.I.T. Drops Significantly

The percentage of Black, Hispanic, Native American, and Pacific Islander students at MIT fell to 16%, reflecting the impact of the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling.

Spike in Asian Americans at MIT proves it was discriminating against them

The increase in Asian-American admissions at MIT post-affirmative action indicates a significant shift in college admissions dynamics.
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Should higher ed workers have to pay dues to pro-BDS unions?

The MIT Graduate Student Union's pro-Palestine activities conflicted with Jewish students' beliefs, leading them to seek a religious exemption from union dues.
#research

MIT just launched a new database tracking the biggest AI risks

MIT researchers have developed a comprehensive AI Risk Repository to address overlooked risks in AI adoption frameworks.

Synthesis of non-canonical amino acids through dehydrogenative tailoring - Nature

Collaboration among authors led to innovative research in chemical methodologies.

MIT just launched a new database tracking the biggest AI risks

MIT researchers have developed a comprehensive AI Risk Repository to address overlooked risks in AI adoption frameworks.

Synthesis of non-canonical amino acids through dehydrogenative tailoring - Nature

Collaboration among authors led to innovative research in chemical methodologies.
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NYC developing tool to help students gauge chance of admission to select public high schools, report says

A new DOE tool will help high school applicants assess their chances of admission to competitive public schools based on various factors.

MIT attempted bike theft suspect jumped in Charles to escape, police say

Michael Stockwell attempted to evade police by swimming across the Charles River after allegedly trying to break into a bike cage at MIT.
#harvard

Federal judge dismisses antisemitism complaint against MIT, but says Harvard may have violated the law

The ruling dismissed a complaint against MIT but suggested Harvard might have violated the law in response to antisemitism on campus.

Judge dismisses antisemitism lawsuit against MIT, allows one against Harvard to move ahead

The federal lawsuit against MIT accusing antisemitism was dismissed, highlighting MIT's efforts to address on-campus protests that threatened Jewish students.

Federal judge dismisses antisemitism complaint against MIT, but says Harvard may have violated the law

The ruling dismissed a complaint against MIT but suggested Harvard might have violated the law in response to antisemitism on campus.

Judge dismisses antisemitism lawsuit against MIT, allows one against Harvard to move ahead

The federal lawsuit against MIT accusing antisemitism was dismissed, highlighting MIT's efforts to address on-campus protests that threatened Jewish students.
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Prisoner swap underway between Russia and West DW 08/01/2024

Turkey's National Intelligence Agency (MIT) is coordinating a significant prisoner exchange operation.
#urban-planning

See how they run: Safai has what no other mayoral candidate has - an MIT degree

Safaí goes from MIT's urban planning program to running for mayor but faces challenges despite his background.

Vea como se postulan: Safai tiene lo que ningun otro gran candidato a alcalde: un titulo del MIT

Entering MIT was easier than becoming mayor of San Francisco. Former MIT student runs for office after focusing on housing, community, and economic development.

See how they run: Safai has what no other mayoral candidate has - an MIT degree

Safaí goes from MIT's urban planning program to running for mayor but faces challenges despite his background.

Vea como se postulan: Safai tiene lo que ningun otro gran candidato a alcalde: un titulo del MIT

Entering MIT was easier than becoming mayor of San Francisco. Former MIT student runs for office after focusing on housing, community, and economic development.
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Disney Star Graduates From Top Law School

Bridgit Mendler, a Disney Channel alumna, graduated from Harvard Law School and had plans to pursue a Ph.D. in MIT as well.

Momo lunar habitat is a reconfigurable compact dwelling for future Moon settlements - Yanko Design

Space tourism and human habitation beyond Earth are on the rise, focusing on lunar and Martian colonization.
MIT's Momo lunar habitat project aims for safety with a modular design, addressing challenges of living on the Moon.
Collaboration between MIT, NASA, and private companies like SpaceX highlights the seriousness of space colonization efforts.
#pro-palestinian-protests

Pro-Palestinian student protesters break through police fencing at MIT

Pro-Palestinian protesters at MIT broke through police blockades calling for an end to Gaza violence. Columbia University cancels commencement amidst pro-Palestinian protests.

Protesters breach barricades, re-occupy MIT encampment

Pro-Palestinian protesters at MIT encampment and Columbia University cancel commencement due to protests.

MIT student protesters barred from campus housing

MIT placed a second-year MBA student under interim suspension due to his involvement in pro-Palestinian protests, impacting his housing and family stability.

Pro-Palestinian student protesters break through police fencing at MIT

Pro-Palestinian protesters at MIT broke through police blockades calling for an end to Gaza violence. Columbia University cancels commencement amidst pro-Palestinian protests.

Protesters breach barricades, re-occupy MIT encampment

Pro-Palestinian protesters at MIT encampment and Columbia University cancel commencement due to protests.

MIT student protesters barred from campus housing

MIT placed a second-year MBA student under interim suspension due to his involvement in pro-Palestinian protests, impacting his housing and family stability.
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Police Arrest M.I.T. Protesters After Suspensions Ramp Up Tension

Students at M.I.T. protested in support of the pro-Palestinian encampment, leading to arrests and suspensions by the university.

Pro-Palestinian Protesters Resist Order to Clear Encampment at M.I.T.

Pro-Palestinian protesters at MIT resisted eviction deadline, leading to clashes with police and disruptions in traffic.

Live updates: MIT protesters reenter encampment after university tries to clear tents

Protesters occupied MIT despite deadline.
#innovation

MIT researchers developing open source hydrogen powered motorcycle for other developers to improve on - Yanko Design

Hydrogen-powered drivetrains are seen as a more sustainable alternative to electric batteries for vehicles.
MIT has developed a hydrogen-powered electric motorcycle prototype that is open source for other developers to test and innovate upon.

MIT develops 3D printing method to adapt to various material

MIT researchers developed a new 3D printing method that reduces machine adaptation time for using different materials.

MIT researchers developing open source hydrogen powered motorcycle for other developers to improve on - Yanko Design

Hydrogen-powered drivetrains are seen as a more sustainable alternative to electric batteries for vehicles.
MIT has developed a hydrogen-powered electric motorcycle prototype that is open source for other developers to test and innovate upon.

MIT develops 3D printing method to adapt to various material

MIT researchers developed a new 3D printing method that reduces machine adaptation time for using different materials.
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MIT-born 'harness the heat' presents thermally active urban urniture

Harnessing wasted heat for outdoor comfort
Creating targeted cooling zones using intelligent material choices.

How I Learned to Concentrate

The Theory of Computation group at M.I.T. focused on writing equations over coding.
The environment at M.I.T. was filled with highly intelligent and accomplished individuals, including prodigies and award-winning professors.

What Does an SAT Score Mean Anymore?

MIT reinstated SAT/ACT scores requirement after pandemic disruptions.
Shift in standardized testing requirements among elite colleges.

Yale to Require Standardized Test Scores for Admissions

Yale University and Dartmouth College are reverting to requiring standardized test scores for admissions.
Institutions like MIT are reinstating testing requirements while many others are keeping test-optional policies amidst declining SAT takers.

AI chatbots could converse all day without crashing, new research finds

MIT researchers have found a solution to the problem of AI chatbots' deteriorating conversations.
Their approach modifies the key-value cache to allow conversations to flow without the need to restart the software.

MIT experts develop AI models that can detect pancreatic cancer early

MIT researchers developed a neural network called PRISM that can detect pancreatic cancer at a higher rate than current diagnostic standards.
PRISM was trained on diverse sets of real electronic health records, surpassing the scale of information typically used for AI models in this field.
#leadership

Editorial: University presidents proved spectacularly inept on Capitol Hill. Resignations should follow.

Elise Stefanik, a US representative, posed a question to the presidents of Harvard, MIT, and Penn about calling for the genocide of Jews violating campus rules on bullying and harassment.
The presidents refused to answer the question directly, leading to criticism of their leadership abilities and suggestions that they may be unfit for their positions.

So far, no major fallout for MIT president after contentious testimony

MIT President Sally Kornbluth receives strong support from the university's governing board and faculty despite controversy surrounding her testimony on antisemitism on campus.
Some students and alumni express frustration and concern over Kornbluth's leadership and the board's endorsement of her.

Editorial: University presidents proved spectacularly inept on Capitol Hill. Resignations should follow.

Elise Stefanik, a US representative, posed a question to the presidents of Harvard, MIT, and Penn about calling for the genocide of Jews violating campus rules on bullying and harassment.
The presidents refused to answer the question directly, leading to criticism of their leadership abilities and suggestions that they may be unfit for their positions.

So far, no major fallout for MIT president after contentious testimony

MIT President Sally Kornbluth receives strong support from the university's governing board and faculty despite controversy surrounding her testimony on antisemitism on campus.
Some students and alumni express frustration and concern over Kornbluth's leadership and the board's endorsement of her.
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Using LLMs to Code New Tasks for Robots

Researchers at MIT have developed a tool called GenSim that uses large language models (LLMs) to code new tasks for robots and simulate them.
GenSim can generate new behaviors and train robotic arms to execute tasks with a higher success rate than other methods.

Researchers store DNA in amber-like polymer

MIT researchers develop amber-like polymer for long-term DNA storage.
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