Government
The scoop on Coeus: It’s not just for grants.gov proposals
March 12, 2012
Coeus is equally useful for preparing and routing other grant proposals, whether they are going to industry, foundations or federal agencies.
If the people will lead …
March 9, 2012
At an MIT panel on the future of black politics, scholars discuss the need for civic engagement at a time of economic stress.
Jens Hainmueller: A 'numbers' guy takes on pressing public policy issues
February 15, 2012
Political science associate professor ties together qualitative and quantitative ways of thinking about politics and society.
Ashley Finan: Developing better policy for energy innovation
February 14, 2012
Nuclear security takes its place in NSE’s curriculum
January 31, 2012
Bridging the divide
December 9, 2011
New study shows how integrated institutions can lead diverse populations to cooperate in rebuilding countries.
Two congressmen visit the Plasma Science and Fusion Center
December 6, 2011
With changes, the grid can take it
December 5, 2011
MIT report shows that with new policies, U.S. electric grid could handle expected influx of electric cars and wind and solar generation.
Also labeled: Automobiles, Electric grid, Energy, Environment, MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI), Policy, Renewable, Research
Chu: New materials could be transformative
December 1, 2011
Citing historical examples, U.S. secretary of energy argues that the nation can still regain its manufacturing leadership.
IPC Forum on Energy Innovation
November 22, 2011
New ways of developing clean, reliable, affordable U.S. energy supplies
MIT Science Policy Initiative petition urges Congress to fund research
November 14, 2011
Student group’s ‘Stand with Science’ effort targets policymakers, graduate students
Lucas Papademos ’70, SM ’72, PhD ’78 named prime minister of Greece
November 10, 2011
Summers: To end slump, United States must spend
November 4, 2011
In MIT remarks, former Treasury secretary calls for the ‘common sense’ cure of more government spending to spur growth.
What can make a dent?
October 24, 2011
Given the enormous scale of worldwide energy use, there are limited options for achieving significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
3 Questions: Chappell Lawson on border security
October 20, 2011
MIT political scientist, back from serving in Washington, discusses the border issues the United States faces.
Also labeled: 3 Questions, Faculty, Global, Mexico, Political science, Supply chains, Transportation
Workplace woes
October 18, 2011
The employment crisis isn’t just a lack of jobs — it’s a lack of good jobs, says an MIT professor.
Also labeled: Business and management, Economic recession, Economics, Jobs, Policy, President Obama, Unemployment
MIT students to visit Washington to explore science policy careers
October 13, 2011
New Federal Science Agency Visits program sends delegates to meet with scientists and policymakers at federal agencies to see science policy in practice.
3 Questions: Archon Fung on political science today
October 13, 2011
Wisdom of crowds
August 24, 2011
In countries that lack financial records, how can we tell who is truly poor? An innovative study suggests: Ask the neighbors.
President Hockfield stresses innovation in speech to U.S. governors
July 15, 2011
‘Lasting economic growth emerges from the most advanced science, mathematics and technology,’ she says.
Medicaid’s impact, finally measured
July 7, 2011
Unique study shows the effects of health insurance program: More treatment and fewer financial shocks for the poor, more bills paid for hospitals and doctors.
Resolved: U.S. Senate congratulates MIT
May 24, 2011
Senate resolution cites 'the commitment of MIT to innovation and the entrepreneurial spirit.'
Ian Waitz on the future of engineering education and research
May 18, 2011
New dean reflects on MIT’s School of Engineering, cites ever-growing role for collaboration and outreach.
MIT students advocate for research funding on Capitol Hill
April 1, 2011
Members of the Science Policy Initiative will demonstrate the benefits of continued federal funding for science and technology at this year's annual Science-Engineering-Technology Congressional Visits Day.
Sen. Scott Brown visits MIT
February 7, 2011
The Massachusetts Republican says the kind of work done at MIT 'can get our economy going.'
A hardy Constitution
December 3, 2010
In Ratification, historian Pauline Maier uncovers the contentious debates behind a political document that many Americans once opposed.
Moving in circles
May 10, 2010
MIT scholar’s new book scrutinizes the successes and failures of a unique government experiment meant to help America’s urban poor.
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