In August, a team of mathematicians posted a paper claiming to solve a major problem in algebraic geometry — using entirely alien techniques. It instantly captivated the field, stoking excitement in ...

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A new theoretical study suggests that the mysterious force driving the accelerated expansion of the universe—known as dark energy—may actually be rooted in a deeply quantum structure of space-time.

Did you see that video of the guy who mows other people's lawns? Why do videos where someone helps someone in need go viral? There's a reason: It causes a feeling of what psychologists call "elevation ...

Most Americans, including majorities of men, women, Republicans and Democrats, say men and women are different in many ways. But there are gaps by gender and partisanship when it comes to views of ...

Roughly 1 in 5 children in the United States are estimated to be neurodivergent, with a range of learning and thinking differences. Those differences have nothing to do with intelligence—but derive ...

True dialogue involves listening to and learning from each other’s stories. It has been a year of unexpected challenges. But as I write today, I am encouraged by two things. First, the MIT community ...