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September 3, 2024

Toward a code-breaking quantum computer

Building on a landmark algorithm, researchers propose a way to make a smaller and more noise-tolerant quantum factoring circuit for cryptography.

July 22, 2024

Spooky action at a distance: a quantum computing research collaboration crosses the Atlantic

Researchers at MIT have recently signed a 4-year collaboration agreement with the Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP) at Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, focused on accelerating quantum computing hardware research.

June 5, 2024

QS ranks MIT the world’s No. 1 university for 2024-25

Ranking at the top for the 13th year in a row, the Institute also places first in 11 subject areas.

May 3, 2024

QS World University Rankings rates MIT No. 1 in 11 subjects for 2024

The Institute also ranks second in five subject areas.

February 28, 2024

Department of EECS Announces 2024 Promotions

The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) is proud to announce multiple promotions.

February 28, 2024

At the MIT Quantum Hackathon, a community tackles quantum computing challenges

Each year, a community of quhackers (quantum hackers) gathers at iQuHACK to work on quantum computing projects using real quantum computers and simulators.

February 5, 2024

Device could jumpstart work toward quantum internet

Solves paradox associated with transmission of quantum information

January 22, 2024

Self-powered sensor automatically harvests magnetic energy

A system designed at MIT could allow sensors to operate in remote settings, without batteries.

December 18, 2023

EECS Alliance Roundup: 2023

Founded in 2019, The EECS Alliance program connects industry leading companies with EECS students for internships, post graduate employment, networking, and collaborations. In 2023, it has grown to include over 30 organizations that have either joined the Alliance or participate in its flagship program, 6A.

From left to right: George Verghese, David Perreault, and John Kassakian pose with a copy of their new textbook, Principles of Power Electronics (2nd edition).
December 12, 2023

“Principles of Power Electronics” meets a milestone

The second edition of George Verghese, John Kassakian, and Devid Perreault’s “Principles of Power Electronics” greatly expands upon the first, and weighs in at a hefty 4.6 pounds and 800 pages–a reflection of the increased stature and importance of power electronics to a whole new generation of electrical and computer engineers.