Mixtures of liquids and solids could lead to holographic displays, new optical devices.

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Mixing solids and liquids enhances optical properties of both
New approach can dramatically change the extent to which optical devices scatter light.
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On this day in 1916, MIT and the American Telephone and Telegraph Company attempted the largest transcontinental teleconference of the time.

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June 1 at 7:55am

As part of the celebration of MIT's move to Cambridge in 1916, the Institute put on a telephone banquet--a feat of modern technology that connected thousands of alumni around the country to the celebration at Symphony Hall Boston. Here's how it all came together: http://bit.ly/1r1L2dY

MIT School of Engineering
June 9 at 9:41am

Go behind the scenes of how student innovation happens at MIT

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Helping engineering innovators to "keep going"
How does the Sandbox Funding Board define success? Everyone learning.
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An MIT-led team has developed new models for how cells condense and separate their chromosomes before dividing. Learn more: http://mitsha.re/TQ5r301cYvl

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"The study of literature is about the experience of being human, and that's inseparable from the practice of medicine," Cara Lai '16.

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Powered by literature on her way toward an MD
Senior Cara Lai cites MIT Literature studies as key to her preparation for medical practice.
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Cool news! MIT scientists have found the first direct evidence that black holes feed on clouds of cold gas.

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Scientists observe supermassive black hole feeding on cold gas
Findings suggest two dining styles for black holes.
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That Friday feeling. ☀️ 🚣

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"The Institute" courtesy of Justin Jensen MBA '11.

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'"The Institute" courtesy of Justin Jensen MBA '11. http://mitsha.re/1rT4aWL'

How to draw the MIT seal in less than 2 minutes:

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MIT Museum
June 9 at 8:32am

The Summer Children's Gamelan Workshop in Cambridge is a weeklong workshop in Balinese gamelan music for children in Grades 4-8. Students will be introduced to ...the sounds of the Balinese gamelan gong kebyar, one of the most popular ensembles in Bali. Open to any child in Grades 4-8. No prior musical experience necessary. Beginners encouraged! Sign up and try something new!

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Summer Children's Gamelan Workshop (Cambridge)
The Summer Children's Gamelan Workshop in Cambridge is a weeklong workshop in Balinese gamelan music for children in Grades 4-8. In this workshop, students will be introduced to the incredible sounds of the Balinese gamelan gong kebyar, one of the most popular ensembles in Bali. We will touch upon t...
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“I see it as really unique to MIT that you don’t just learn how to develop or invent a technology. You see how you can use it to impact the world right now,” Leila Pirhaji PhD ’16.

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At MIT, a culture of innovation "never gets old"
With support she received at the Institute, Leila Pirhaji wants to bring computational systems biology to the marketplace.
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Who wants to see a black hole? A new advance from MIT, Harvard, and the MITHaystack Observatory may finally make it so.

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A method to image black holes
New algorithm could stitch together astronomical measurements made across the globe.
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A midsummer night's dream.

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Meet Ned Burnell, a grad student in MIT Mechanical Engineering who sees endless possibilities for better product design.

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Using engineering savvy to improve product designs
From windmills to software, graduate student Ned Burnell creates better tools.
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New from the MIT Department of Chemistry: Compounds found in fungi could be used to treat cancer.

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A new approach to chemical synthesis
Communesins, originally found in fungus, could hold potential as cancer drugs.
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MIT researchers report a new theoretical characterization of topological semimetals’ electrical properties that accurately describes all known topological semimetals and predicts several new ones.

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Physicists predict previously unseen phenomena in exotic materials
Better understanding of topological semimetals could help usher in future electronics.
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MIT Sloan Alumni
June 7 at 12:45pm

Two MIT Sloan student study groups traveled to Cuba in March to explore the country’s industries and developing economy.

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Student Study Tours Travel to Cuba - Alumni Magazine | MIT Sloan School of Management
MIT Sloan School of Management, one of the world's top business schools, provides graduate (MBA, MS and PhD), undergraduate, and executive education that shape innovative leaders who will create, redefine, and build cutting-edge products, markets, and organizations.
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During Matt Damon's commencement address he mentioned a simulation theory. Explore it further: http://mitsha.re/Y7qe3010r7w

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Some retailers could have profits 7 to 10 percent higher if they pursued different pricing strategies.

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The price of regret
Why stores should take shoppers’ emotions into account when setting prices.
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