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MIT anthropologist discusses her new book on ruderal ecologies, her environmental justice class — and how societies can expand their "imagination for how to live otherwise."

Zoe Fisher's undergraduate research journey leads to a role working on the SPARC tokamak.

A new way to make carbon fiber could turn refinery byproducts into high-value, ultralight structural materials for cars, aircraft, and spacecraft.

Alum seeks reliable and environmentally sensitive water and sanitation solutions for the developing world.

Faculty leaders describe their efforts to develop potentially game-changing tools.

When it comes to carbon storage, some MIT scientists think the best solution is to find the fastest way to turn carbon into rock.

Postdoc Francesco Benedetti strives to make a positive impact — from helping to form supportive student groups to tackling industrial energy waste.

A new cleaning method could remove dust on solar installations in water-limited regions, improving overall efficiency.

Changes to a key ice flow equation could refine estimates of sea level rise.