Simpler models can outperform deep learning at climate prediction New research shows the natural variability in climate data can cause AI models to struggle at predicting local temperature and rainfall. August 26, 2025
Study links rising temperatures and declining moods An analysis of social media in 157 countries finds hotter weather is associated with more negative sentiments. August 21, 2025
Jessika Trancik named director of the Sociotechnical Systems Research Center Trancik will lead multidisciplinary research center focused on the high-impact, complex, sociotechnical systems that shape our world. August 11, 2025
Surprisingly diverse innovations led to dramatically cheaper solar panels New research can identify opportunities to drive down the cost of renewable energy systems, batteries, and many other technologies. August 11, 2025
Eco-driving measures could significantly reduce vehicle emissions New research shows automatically controlling vehicle speeds to mitigate traffic at intersections can cut carbon emissions between 11 and 22 percent. August 7, 2025
Why animals are a critical part of forest carbon absorption An MIT study shows decreases in seed-dispersing animals can lead to a major reduction in forest carbon absorption. July 28, 2025
