Why Heather Can Write
Not everything kids learn from popular culture is bad for them: Some of the best writing instruction takes place outside the classroom in online communities.
Story Archive
Little Engines That Can
Need power but don't want to plug into a central electrical utility? Microturbines are flexing their muscles in niche applications.
Relieving Peer-to-peer Pressure
Traffic from peer-to-peer programs like Kazaa and Skype floods the Net. Now we see products that are aimed at channeling the traffic better. Guess who's behind them.
False Hope for Stopping Spam
Sure, there's a new federal law, and e-mail filtering tools are getting better. But a growing alliance between spammers, hackers, and organized crime bodes poorly for the future of e-mail.
The Ultimate Change Agent
Forget the dotcom bubble, says Bill Gates-rapid progress in computing will drive far deeper changes this decade.
Your Daily Digital Doctor
Advanced analysis of home medical data can offer continuous care for patients with diabetes and other life-threatening chronic diseases.
An Influential Voice
After leading MIT for 13 years, MIT President Charles M. Vest announces his resignation.
Meditation and the Brain
New imaging technology makes it possible for scientists to document the brain activity of Buddhist monks.
Microscopic Monitors
News from around campus
An Alternative Education
Moe Zimmerberg '79's curriculum-free school attracts students who want to take charge of their education.
