An artistic illustration of the integration between two distinct battery cathode structures, rock salt (blue polyhedra) and polyanion olivine (red/yellow polyhedra). A novel hybrid structure is obtained by integrating polyanions (yellow polyhedra) into a rock salt (blue polyhedra) structure. Photo: Yimeng Huang/Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering

A new family of integrated rock salt-polyanion cathodes opens door to low-cost, high-energy storage.

Study of disordered rock salts leads to battery breakthrough

PhD student Lavender Tessmer has devoted herself to several projects throughout grad school, but all share a common thread: an emphasis on fiber development and textile programming. “At MIT, my interest in textiles really exploded and became the center of everything,” she says. Photo: Gretchen Ertl

PhD student Lavender Tessmer applies computation to create textiles that behave in novel ways.

Programming functional fabrics

Caption:In late 2023 the MIT Self Assembly Lab and the high-tech fashion company Ministry of Supply debuted their 4D Knit Dress at the latter's store Boston, complete with a robotic arm working its way around a dress as customers watched. Credits:Image courtesy of MIT Self Assembly Lab

Developed by the Self-Assembly Lab, the 4D Knit Dress uses several technologies to create a custom design and a custom fit, while addressing sustainability concerns.

Is this the future of fashion?

The Jameel Clinic hosted a one-day event giving faculty and industry experts the opportunity to engage with regulators on developing policy for AI in health. Image: Adobe Stock

Although artificial intelligence in health has shown great promise, pressure is mounting for regulators around the world to act, as AI tools demonstrate potentially harmful outcomes.

What to do about AI in health?

Aditya Mehrotra performs a “shakedown” test — running the hydrogen-powered electric motorcycle at high speeds to ensure that the mechanical and electrical systems hold up. Photo: Adam Glanzman

MIT Electric Vehicle Team builds a unique hydrogen fuel cell–powered electric motorcycle.

The future of motorcycles could be hydrogen

Caption:The MIT-FIT Team Laboratory 56's prototype footwear design enhances longevity and reduces waste. Credits: Image: MIT and FIT

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