Study links rising temperatures and declining moodsAn analysis of social media in 157 countries finds hotter weather is associated with more negative sentiments.Jan 12Jan 12
3 Questions: Measuring the financial impact of design in the built environmentA new book, “Value of Design,” serves as a tribute to the late MIT research scientist Andrea Chegut, whose work linked the economics of…Jan 6Jan 6
Pedestrians now walk faster and linger less, researchers findA computer vision study compares changes in pedestrian behavior since 1980, providing information for urban designers about creating public…Dec 17, 2025Dec 17, 2025
Study shows a link between obesity and what’s on local restaurant menusResearches led by the MIT Department of Urban Studies and Planning analyzed the nutritional content of millions of menu items across…Dec 1, 2025Dec 1, 2025
Collaborating with the force of natureOngoing research by three architecture faculty aims to yield structures that protect communities from the devastation of volcanic…Nov 17, 2025Nov 17, 2025
Combining technology, education, and human connection to improve online learningCaitlin Morris, a PhD student and 2024 MAD Fellow affiliated with the MIT Media Lab, designs digital learning platforms that make room for…Sep 29, 2025Sep 29, 2025
How we think about protecting dataA new study shows public views on data privacy vary according to how the data are used, who benefits, and other conditions.Sep 22, 2025Sep 22, 2025
At the Venice Biennale, design through flexible thinkingThe renowned architecture exhibition, curated this year by MIT’s Carlo Ratti, puts an emphasis on adaptive intelligence.Aug 11, 2025Aug 11, 2025
Luna: A moon on EarthMIT students and faculty designed and fabricated a control room for a unique lunar landing mission — an achievement in design and…Aug 4, 2025Aug 4, 2025
Bringing manufacturing back to America, one fab lab at a timeA collaborative network of makerspaces has spread from MIT across the country, helping communities make their own products.Jul 28, 2025A response icon1Jul 28, 2025A response icon1